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This bill modifies the Therapeutic Child Care Grant Program by extending the Governor's required budget appropriation to include fiscal years 2027 through 2029, maintaining the annual $3,700,000 funding level. The program specifically supports child care and early childhood education for children under 6 years old who have developmental delays, physical disabilities, or challenges in social, emotional, or behavioral functioning. The bill preserves the existing grant distribution structure, which allocates funds as follows: $1,283,000 to existing providers at the same level as fiscal year 2022, $1,917,000 to existing providers to expand services proportionally, and $500,000 to new or existing providers to enroll additional children. If any funds remain from the $500,000 allocation, they will be redistributed to existing providers to expand services. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to continue supporting specialized child care services for children with unique developmental needs.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0185?ys=2025RS