OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
A bill 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_S_3534.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2025-12-17.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Child care businesses and facilities can receive a tax credit for increasing wages paid to their staff.
- This aims to encourage better pay for child care providers, potentially leading to more available spots and higher quality care.
- Facilities in rural areas will receive a larger credit, supporting child care development in those regions.
- In some situations, the credit can be received as a direct payment, even if the business doesn't owe enough tax to offset it.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.
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.