Bill > S02001

This bill modifies the New York Social Services Law to expand child care assistance eligibility by requiring social services districts to provide child care support under the child care block grant without strictly limiting assistance based on the precise hours a parent or caretaker works, trains, or engages in educational activities. Specifically, the bill allows districts to pay for full-time child care assistance regardless of the actual hours of parental activity, removing previous restrictions that may have limited support for families with variable work schedules or part-time employment. The block grant is a federal funding mechanism that provides states flexibility in administering child care support programs. By removing hour-based limitations, the bill aims to provide more flexible and accessible child care assistance to families, potentially helping parents maintain employment, pursue education, or address other care needs. The changes will take effect on May 30, 2026, giving social services districts time to adjust their policies and procedures to implement the new requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2001