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Mandating a Report on Childcare Access and Affordability for Veteran Families.

This bill requires the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Education to submit a joint report to Congress. The report must assess the availability, accessibility, and affordability of childcare options specifically for veteran families. This study aims to identify current gaps and barriers, including cost and location, paving the way for potential future legislative improvements in veteran support services.
Key points
Requires a joint report from the VA and Education Departments focusing on childcare for veteran families.
The report must identify specific barriers like high costs, geographic distance, and restrictive eligibility rules.
The findings are due to Congress within 180 days to inform future policy decisions regarding veteran support.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6026
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2025-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Education to submit a report on the availability, accessibility, and affordability of childcare for veteran families.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6026.

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 2025-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a joint report from the VA and Education Departments focusing on childcare for veteran families.
  • The report must identify specific barriers like high costs, geographic distance, and restrictive eligibility rules.
  • The findings are due to Congress within 180 days to inform future policy decisions regarding veteran support.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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