California AB1981 establishes a single rate structure for subsidized childcare reimbursement rates, informed by an alternative methodology.

California AB1981 mandates the use of an alternative methodology to set reimbursement rates for subsidized childcare, replacing the previous regional market-rate survey. The bill requires the California Department of Social Services to develop this methodology in collaboration with the State Department of Education. The new rates, which take effect July 1, 2025, must consider factors such as geography, type of care setting, regulatory requirements, time categories, and child age.

California AB1981 establishes a single rate structure for subsidized childcare reimbursement rates, informed by an alternative methodology.

California AB1981 mandates the use of an alternative methodology to set reimbursement rates for subsidized childcare, replacing the previous regional market-rate survey. The bill requires the California Department of Social Services to develop this methodology in collaboration with the State Department of Education. The new rates, which take effect July 1, 2025, must consider factors such as geography, type of care setting, regulatory requirements, time categories, and child age.