The bill would authorize competitive grants to states and Tribal entities for projects in child care deserts. Workforce grants could support child care training and credentials. Facility grants could support construction, expansion, or renovation, including licensed family child care homes. Projects must address child care access and affordability, and how care may be offered during nontraditional hours. Grants could last up to five years. The bill would also require an evaluation and a report to Congress. It was introduced and referred to committee; it has not been enacted according to the provided status.
States and Tribal entities could apply for grants and provide training support or improve child care facilities. The bill does not specify direct payments to families or individual child care workers. Proposed projects must explain how they would improve child care access and affordability.
The bill authorizes a total of $100 million for fiscal years 2025 through 2031. The federal share of project costs would be 50 percent, with states or Tribal entities providing the other share in cash or in-kind support. Up to 10 percent of grant funds could be used for administrative costs. The authorization does not state how much would ultimately be appropriated.
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