A 4847
Creates emergency closure prevention fund for child care programs at risk of closure; appropriates $10 million.
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Bill overview
This bill creates an emergency fund to help child care programs at risk of closure due to declining enrollment. The fund, totaling $10 million, will be managed by the Department of the Treasury and disbursed by the Commissioner of Human Services to licensed or registered child care providers experiencing a 30% or greater enrollment decrease. Funds can be used to support programs facing closure and are capped at $60,000 per provider annually.
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Primary sponsors
Shanique Speight
Cosponsor
Vincent Kearney
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