S 4788
Stop Child Care Scams Act of 2026
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Bill overview
The Stop Child Care Scams Act of 2026 aims to strengthen oversight and accountability within the Child Care and Development Block Grant program to prevent and address fraudulent payments. It enhances the Secretary’s authority to withhold funds from states with poor program integrity, requires states to demonstrate robust internal controls and fraud investigation processes, and establishes stricter penalties for providers found guilty of fraud, including permanent debarment from receiving federal assistance. The bill also mandates regular monitoring of state performance and a GAO study to assess fraud prevention measures across related federal programs.
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