HB 561·MD·house
Maryland Child Care Credential Program - Extension of Funding
Signed into LawFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: Palakovich Carr
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 623
May 26, 2026
Summary
The legislation directs the governor to appropriate $5,687,000 annually for the Maryland Child Care Credential Program for fiscal years 2028, 2029 and 2030. The program provides credentials, achievement bonuses, training reimbursements and vouchers to child‑care staff and administrators. Ensuring consistent funding aims to support the professional development of the state’s child‑care workforce.
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