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Child Care Support: New Rules and Funds for Families

This act aims to facilitate parents' access to high-quality child care by increasing flexibility in service choice and supporting facility development. It introduces changes in funding, definitions, and safety and quality requirements to better meet the needs of working families and children.
Key points
Greater flexibility for states in developing child care systems to better suit local needs.
Increased choice for parents regarding child care services, including preschool, daycare, and after-school care.
Financial support for low-income families by reducing or eliminating child care fees.
Increased funding for improving care quality, staff professional development, and facility safety.
New grants for expanding and modernizing child care facilities, especially in underserved and rural areas.
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Print number: 117_S_3899
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2022-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Child Care and Development Block Grant Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3899.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Greater flexibility for states in developing child care systems to better suit local needs.
  • Increased choice for parents regarding child care services, including preschool, daycare, and after-school care.
  • Financial support for low-income families by reducing or eliminating child care fees.
  • Increased funding for improving care quality, staff professional development, and facility safety.
  • New grants for expanding and modernizing child care facilities, especially in underserved and rural areas.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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