No Funds for Repeat Child Care Violations Act
Child Care: Mandatory Funding Cuts for State Violations
No Funds for Repeat Child Care Violations Act of 2026
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill targets states that receive federal money for child care programs but fail to follow the rules. Right now, the federal government can choose whether or not to take away money from states that are caught in fraud or don't meet safety standards.
- If this bill becomes law, the government would no longer have a choice. It would be required to stop sending money to any state that is found to be out of compliance with the federal child care grant program.
- The change is meant to hold state governments more accountable for how they spend child care funds. Supporters believe that making the penalty mandatory will encourage states to fix problems faster and prevent the misuse of taxpayer money.
- Because these grants help pay for child care for many low-income families, this policy could have a big impact. If a state loses its funding because of a violation, there might be less money available to help parents afford child care in that area.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 512.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-592.
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.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
No Funds for Repeat Child Care Violations Act of 2026
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