Establishes child care stabilization and operation grant program in DHS.

Summary

The bill establishes a child‑care stabilization and operation grant program within the Department of Human Services that provides one‑time financial assistance to licensed child‑care centers and registered family day‑care homes. Grants can be used for rent, insurance, supplies, payroll and transportation, with priority given to providers in child‑care deserts, low‑income communities, and those impacted by the state’s universal preschool expansion. The aim is to keep child‑care services stable, support workers, and help families afford care.

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