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House Bill 7498
119th Congress(2025-2026)
After Hours Child Care Act
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 11, 2026
Overview
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This Act aims to establish the Child Care and Development Innovation Fund under the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act. It seeks to improve child care access for parents working nontraditional hours, enhancing their workforce attachment and financial stability. The Secretary of Health and Human Services will award grants to expand child care capacity, establish onsite programs, or create new child care programs. The eligibility criteria include child care providers and partnerships with relevant agencies. The grants, ranging from $25,000 to $500,000, can be utilized for staffing, facility improvement, curriculum development, and training. The bill requires a 25% non-Federal share of the cost and regular reporting to Congress. Conforming amendments are also detailed.

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Introduced
Feb 11, 2026
Latest Action
Feb 11, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7498
Congress
119
Policy Area
Families
Families
Primary focus of measure is child and family welfare, services, and relationships; marriage and family status; domestic violence and child abuse. Measures concerning public assistance programs or aging may fall under Social Welfare policy area.
Sponsorship by Party
Republican
Iowa
Democrat
New Hampshire
Republican
Pennsylvania
Republican
Pennsylvania
Democrat
Wisconsin
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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Text (1)
February 11, 2026
Actions (2)
02/11/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
02/11/2026
Introduced in House
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H.R.7498 119 After Hours Child Care Act
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Mar 2, 2026 3:50:55 PM