WASHINGTON DC (KOLO) – Nevada Representative Susie Lee is introducing a bill to expand access to childcare.
“It’s no secret how ridiculously expensive childcare is in Nevada. Three out of four kids in our state do not have access to a licensed childcare provider – that’s unacceptable. Parent’s shouldn’t need to choose between having a full-time job or taking care of their kids,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “This isn’t a red or blue issue. I’m proud to introduce the bipartisan Child Care Modernization Act to address this crisis by helping childcare providers expand their reach and allowing more families in our community to access the high-quality childcare they need.”
The Child Care Modernization Act updates and reauthorizes the Child Care and Development Block Grant, a federal program supporting access to childcare services.
The CCDBG is the primary federal program that helps states assist lower income families with the cost of childcare. Lee says the program reaches just 10% of eligible children who qualify.
Lee’s legislation would:
- Give parents more options through new supply and facilities grants.
- Support child care professionals with more accurate reimbursement rates.
- Provide new technical assistance to in-home and rural providers.
- Enable states to better meet the growing childcare needs of working families, providers, and employers.
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