Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that expands childcare assistance

Highlights:

• Requires provision of childcare for low-income families (Page 2)

• Requires partial payment from families with incomes greater than 100% of applicable federal poverty guideline (Page 3)

• Establishes rates of reimbursement for licensed childcare centers (Page 4)

• Expands funding for preschools, other similar programs (Page 5)

• Requires plan to strengthen State childcare programs, sets forth criteria for such plan (Page 5)

• Establishes effective date of July 1, 2022 (Page 11)

Full Bill Text