Bill
S 1994
Overview: S 1994 is a Senate bill that prohibits requiring parents or caretakers to earn a minimum wage or work a minimum number of hours to be eligible for child care assistance.P
Overview: S 1994 is a Senate bill that prohibits requiring parents or caretakers to earn a minimum wage or work a minimum number of hours to be eligible for child care assistance.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to remove barriers that prevent low-income families from accessing affordable child care, which is essential for enabling parents to work and support their families.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits states from imposing minimum wage or work hour requirements for child care assistance eligibility.
- Ensures that child care subsidies are available to families based on their income level, rather than employment status.
- Requires states to provide child care assistance to all eligible families, regardless of a parent's work status or earnings.
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit low-income families, particularly single parents, by making child care more accessible and affordable. This could improve employment opportunities, financial stability, and overall well-being for these families.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: S 1994 has been committed to the Senate Rules Committee and is awaiting further legislative action.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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