Increasing Access to Safe Child Care Facilities Act of 2021

Bill 117 HR 3797, also known as the Increasing Access to Safe Child Care Facilities Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of limited access to safe and affordable child care facilities in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 15, 2021, by Representative Bobby Scott.

The main provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the Child Care and Development Block Grant program, which provides financial assistance to low-income families for child care services. The bill also seeks to improve the quality of child care facilities by establishing minimum health and safety standards that all providers must meet.

Additionally, the bill aims to expand access to child care facilities in underserved communities, particularly in rural and low-income areas. This includes providing grants to help providers cover the costs of building or renovating facilities, as well as increasing training and support for child care providers. Overall, the Increasing Access to Safe Child Care Facilities Act of 2021 seeks to ensure that all children in the United States have access to high-quality, safe, and affordable child care services. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Education and Labor.