Expanding Childcare in Rural America: Priority Funding for Farming Communities.
This law establishes an initiative to improve access to quality childcare for families in rural areas. The Secretary of Agriculture must prioritize existing rural development loans and grants for projects that build, expand, or improve childcare facilities and services in agricultural communities. The goal is to increase availability and potentially lower the cost of care for young children in these regions.
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Existing USDA rural development funding programs will now prioritize applications focused on creating or enhancing childcare facilities and services.
The initiative specifically targets rural and agricultural communities, especially those in farming-dependent counties, from 2024 through 2028.
Funds can be used for construction, renovation, equipment, and technical assistance for childcare providers, often channeled through non-profit organizations.
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