Increased Child Care Funding: Supporting Families and Workforce
This act boosts funding for child care programs, aiming to improve the availability, quality, and stability of child care services. Citizens can expect more child care options, better working conditions for caregivers, and support for families in need. The changes are designed to help parents balance work and family life.
Key points
Significant increase in child care funding, starting with $10 billion in fiscal year 2024, with annual adjustments for inflation.
Financial support for Indian Tribes, territories, and for workforce development and quality improvement in child care services.
New grants to enhance child care access and quality in high-need areas, emphasizing fair wages for child care staff.
Funds can be used for construction, renovation, and modernization of child care facilities, including family child care homes.
Priority for services catering to children with disabilities, dual language learners, homeless children, children in foster care, and those in rural communities.
Status:
Expired
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