Bill > HF2514

This bill amends state law to make children of child care workers eligible for the state child care assistance program, which helps families pay for child care. Specifically, it allows a parent, guardian, or custodian who works at a licensed child care facility or home in Iowa to qualify for this assistance if they work at least thirty-two hours per week directly caring for children and are counted in the staff-to-child ratios. There are some exceptions, such as for owners of child care facilities or those who are only substitutes or assistants, though co-providers at child development homes and directors or administrative staff who also directly care for children may qualify. The bill also requires these workers to demonstrate a need for child care and make copayments, and mandates that the state department responsible for child care programs report annually to the legislature on the program's participation and costs.

Health and Social Services

Health And Human Services (House)

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2514