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HB 1109

DHS-CCAP-CHILD CARE WORKERS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

Illinois HB 1109 modifies child care worker provisions under DHS and CCAP, with effects on worker standards, program funding, or family assistance eligibility pending full bill text review.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1109

Legislative bill overview

HB 1109 addresses child care worker provisions within the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). The bill has been referred to the Appropriations-Health and Human Services Committee, suggesting it involves funding, eligibility, or operational changes related to child care workers or the programs they serve. Without access to the bill's specific text, the exact provisions remain unclear from the legislative history alone.

Why is this important

Child care workers are essential to both child development and parental workforce participation, making policy changes in this sector consequential for families and the broader economy. CCAP is a critical subsidy program that helps low-to-moderate income families afford child care, so any modifications could affect program accessibility, worker compensation, or service quality across Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding implications – Changes to CCAP could involve increased state expenditures, reduced benefits to families, or modified reimbursement rates for providers, creating budget concerns
  • Worker compensation and benefits – The bill may address wages, training requirements, or benefits for child care workers, raising questions about labor standards versus operational costs
  • Program eligibility or scope – Modifications to who qualifies for assistance or which services are covered could expand access or narrow it, affecting vulnerable populations differently

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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