Bill > S3884

This bill establishes a grant pilot program to provide child care services for the minor children of law enforcement officers to accommodate the shift work and abnormal work hours of such officers, with the goal of enhancing recruitment and retention of law enforcement personnel. The program, administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, will award grants to states on a competitive basis to fund the establishment and operation of child care programs for law enforcement officers' children. The bill includes various requirements and provisions, such as a matching requirement for states, auditing and oversight measures, and studies to assess the program's impact. The bill authorizes $24 million in funding for fiscal years 2025 through 2029, with up to $2.5 million set aside for studies and administration.