Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion Act

3/12/2024, 12:01 PM

Summary of Bill S 1623

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.

Congressional Summary of S 1623

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.

Current Status of Bill S 1623

Bill S 1623 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 16, 2023. Bill S 1623 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 16, 2023.  Bill S 1623's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of May 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1623

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1623

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1623

Fort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion ActFort Gordon Child Development Center Expansion ActA bill to extend the authority of the Department of the Army to carry out a child development center project in Fort Gordon, Georgia.
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