Clarifying Au Pair Program Rules: Ensuring Affordable, Uniform Childcare for Families.
This Act ensures the Au Pair cultural exchange program remains affordable and accessible for American families, especially military personnel and first responders. The core change establishes exclusive federal control, preventing states and local governments from creating conflicting rules. The Department of State must also revise the au pair stipend formula to maintain affordability for host families by properly accounting for room and board costs.
Key points
National Uniformity: States and local governments are prohibited from setting their own rules for the Au Pair Program, providing legal clarity and stability for host families nationwide.
Affordability Protected: The Department of State must revise the stipend calculation to ensure the program does not become prohibitively expensive for host families, reflecting the value of provided room and board.
Flexibility for Working Families: The program's flexibility is maintained, which is vital for military families, first responders, and shift workers who require non-traditional childcare schedules.
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