Congress·Reported·H.R. 7724

No Waivers for Fraud Act

Child Care Grants: Ending Waivers for State Penalties

No Waivers for Fraud Act of 2026

Feb 26·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Part of: Bill Targets State Child Care Payment Errors with Mandatory Funding Cuts

Next up: The House

The No Waivers for Fraud Act of 2026 has been approved by a committee and is now waiting for a vote on the House floor. Nothing has happened with this bill since April 5, 2026. Because no action has occurred for three months, the bill is currently stalled.

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Key Points

This bill, introduced by Representative Wilson of South Carolina, would stop the federal government from forgiving states that break rules for child care funding. It targets the Child Care and Development Block Grant, which helps low-income families afford child care.
Under current law, if a state fails to follow federal guidelines or misuses funds, the government has the power to waive the resulting penalties. This bill would delete that power, making sure that sanctions against noncompliant states are strictly enforced.
The goal of the policy is to increase accountability for how federal money is spent. By ensuring that states face consequences for mismanagement, the bill aims to protect the integrity of programs that help parents stay in the workforce.
If passed, this change would mean that states could no longer ask for special permission to avoid fines or other punishments when they fail to meet federal standards for child care services.

Impact Analysis

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Milestones

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Apr 6, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 510.

The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.

Apr 6, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-590.

Mar 5, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Mar 5, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 26, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

No Waivers for Fraud Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 7724

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 510.

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