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Tax credits for employers increasing wages for child care workers

This bill creates a new tax credit for child care providers who increase the wages of their staff. It aims to support the child care workforce and improve service availability by rewarding employers who pay their workers more.
Key points
Employers can claim a tax credit based on the increase in wages paid to child care staff.
The credit is 5% of qualified wages, increasing to 7% for facilities located in rural areas.
To qualify, the average hourly wage of employees must be higher than in the previous year.
The credit applies to facilities caring for at least six children that follow local regulations.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_8023
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]
Process start date: 2026-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for increasing wages paid to child care providers.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_8023.

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 2026-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers can claim a tax credit based on the increase in wages paid to child care staff.
  • The credit is 5% of qualified wages, increasing to 7% for facilities located in rural areas.
  • To qualify, the average hourly wage of employees must be higher than in the previous year.
  • The credit applies to facilities caring for at least six children that follow local regulations.
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. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-20.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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