Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act

3/12/2024, 12:01 PM

Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act

This bill extends the funding authority for the military construction project related to a child development center at Fort Gordon, Georgia, until October 1, 2024, or the date on which military construction funds are authorized for FY2025, whichever is later.

Bill 118 s 1623, also known as the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the expansion of the child development center at Fort Gordon, a military installation located in Georgia.

The bill outlines the need for additional space and resources to accommodate the growing number of children of military personnel who require childcare services at Fort Gordon. It highlights the importance of providing high-quality childcare for military families, as well as the benefits of supporting the development and well-being of children in these families.

If passed, the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act would allocate funding for the construction of new facilities, the hiring of additional staff, and the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies. The bill also includes provisions for ensuring that the expanded child development center meets all necessary safety and quality standards. Overall, the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act aims to improve the childcare services available to military families at Fort Gordon by expanding the capacity and resources of the existing child development center. This legislation demonstrates a commitment to supporting military families and ensuring that their children receive the care and support they need.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1623

Introduced on
2023-05-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/16/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act

This bill extends the funding authority for the military construction project related to a child development center at Fort Gordon, Georgia, until October 1, 2024, or the date on which military construction funds are authorized for FY2025, whichever is later.

Bill 118 s 1623, also known as the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the expansion of the child development center at Fort Gordon, a military installation located in Georgia.

The bill outlines the need for additional space and resources to accommodate the growing number of children of military personnel who require childcare services at Fort Gordon. It highlights the importance of providing high-quality childcare for military families, as well as the benefits of supporting the development and well-being of children in these families.

If passed, the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act would allocate funding for the construction of new facilities, the hiring of additional staff, and the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies. The bill also includes provisions for ensuring that the expanded child development center meets all necessary safety and quality standards. Overall, the Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act aims to improve the childcare services available to military families at Fort Gordon by expanding the capacity and resources of the existing child development center. This legislation demonstrates a commitment to supporting military families and ensuring that their children receive the care and support they need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to extend the authority of the Department of the Army to carry out a child development center project in Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/6/2023

Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act

This bill extends the funding authority for the military construction project related to a child development center at Fort Gordon, Georgia, until October 1, 2024, or the date on wh...


Latest Action5/16/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.