Tri-Share Child Care Pilot: Splitting Costs Among Families, Employers, and Government.
This Act establishes a three-year federal pilot program designed to make quality child care more affordable for working families. Eligible child care costs are split equally: 1/3 paid by the parent, 1/3 by the participating employer, and 1/3 by the state agency using federal funds. The program targets families whose income exceeds the threshold for full assistance but still requires financial support.
Key points
Parents enrolled in the pilot program will only be responsible for one-third of their eligible child care expenses, providing significant financial relief.
The program relies on competitive grants to states and requires employers to actively participate and contribute financially to their employees' child care.
Eligibility is limited to children under kindergarten age whose family income falls within a specific range (up to 300% of the state assistance threshold).
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