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Child Care Grants for Student Parents: Supporting College Completion.

This Act aims to help student parents complete their higher education by ensuring access to affordable child care services. It establishes a grant program for colleges and universities, requiring them to use funds to create or support child care, primarily for low-income students (Pell Grant eligible). The goal is to boost graduation rates and improve future earnings for these parents.
Key points
Colleges will receive federal grants to provide child care services to student parents who qualify for Pell Grant financial aid (or meet the income criteria).
Funds can be used for on-campus care, contracts with local providers, or supplementary services like transportation and nutrition support.
Priority is given to programs using a sliding fee scale based on income and those integrating child care with early childhood education study programs, allowing students to earn credit for providing care.
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Print number: 118_HR_8050
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1]
Process start date: 2024-04-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Parents in Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8050.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges will receive federal grants to provide child care services to student parents who qualify for Pell Grant financial aid (or meet the income criteria).
  • Funds can be used for on-campus care, contracts with local providers, or supplementary services like transportation and nutrition support.
  • Priority is given to programs using a sliding fee scale based on income and those integrating child care with early childhood education study programs, allowing students to earn credit for providing care.
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 Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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