The bill would create a competitive grant program for projects that place eligible child care providers within, on the grounds of, or near housing facilities. Grants could support planning, construction, renovation, preservation, and other project work. The bill would also require federal agencies to study child care access and costs for public housing residents.
Eligible entities, including housing developers, child care providers, public housing agencies, Tribes, and nonprofits, could apply for grants. Projects must protect residents from eviction and include a plan to inform and engage them. The bill does not provide direct grants to families.
The bill authorizes $100 million per year for fiscal years 2025 through 2030. A grant could not exceed $10 million. These amounts are authorized appropriations; the text does not state how much would ultimately be appropriated or spent.
The bill states that its purpose is to expand access to affordable housing and child care by supporting their co-location. No publicly available information.
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