After Hours Child Care Act establishes a pilot program to expand child care for parents working nontraditional hours.
The After Hours Child Care Act aims to improve child care access for parents working nontraditional hours, such as evening, night, or weekend shifts. The Act establishes a pilot program through which the Secretary of Health and Human Services will award competitive grants to eligible entities. These grants can be used to expand existing child care programs, improve facilities, establish new programs, and meet health and safety requirements. The pilot program will run for five years, with grants ranging from $25,000 to $500,000.
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