Child Care Workforce Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-28T11:32:31Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 846 Child Care Workforce Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Families. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/28/2025, 11:32 AM

Summary of Bill S 846

Bill 119 s 846, also known as the Child Care Workforce and Facilities Act of 2021, aims to improve the availability and quality of child care services by addressing the issue of low wages for child care workers. The bill proposes to implement or enhance programs that will increase the supply of quality child care services by raising the wages of child care workers.

The bill recognizes the importance of investing in the child care workforce in order to ensure that children receive high-quality care and education. By increasing the wages of child care workers, the bill aims to attract and retain qualified individuals in the field, ultimately improving the overall quality of child care services.

In addition to addressing wage issues, the bill also includes provisions to improve the facilities where child care services are provided. This includes funding for renovations, expansions, and upgrades to child care facilities to ensure that they meet health and safety standards and provide a conducive learning environment for children. Overall, Bill 119 s 846 seeks to support the child care workforce and improve the quality of child care services in the United States. By investing in the wages of child care workers and improving the facilities where child care services are provided, the bill aims to ensure that all children have access to high-quality care and education.

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Current Status of Bill S 846

Bill S 846 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 4, 2025. Bill S 846 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 4, 2025. Bill S 846's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1499-1500) as of March 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 846

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 846

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Families

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 846

A bill to implement or strengthen programs that increase the supply of quality child care services by enhancing the wages of child care workers, and for other purposes.A bill to implement or strengthen programs that increase the supply of quality child care services by enhancing the wages of child care workers, and for other purposes.

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