Bill > AB904

This bill expands eligibility and definitions for childcare services in California by revising the "workday" and "parental incapacity" terms. Specifically, the bill would allow parents to qualify for childcare services while searching for a job, during pregnancy-related leave, while providing care for themselves during pregnancy, or while caring for a family member during paid family leave. The bill also clarifies that parents on family and medical leave can receive childcare services and can self-attest to their leave status without requiring a medical incapacity form. The legislation aims to improve access to childcare for families experiencing work disruptions or transitions, recognizing that young families often face challenges maintaining affordable childcare during periods of job loss, complicated births, or other life changes. By broadening the definition of when parents might need temporary childcare services, the bill seeks to provide more flexible support for families trying to maintain employment and stability. The bill does not require additional state reimbursement and is designed to help families stay connected to childcare services during potentially vulnerable periods of transition.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB904