Rhode Island S2667 expands eligibility for childcare assistance and increases reimbursement rates for childcare providers.

Rhode Island S2667 updates the eligibility criteria for the state's childcare assistance program, expanding it to include families with incomes at or below 85% of the state median income. Families can continue to receive assistance until their income exceeds 100% of the state median income. The bill also increases the reimbursement rates for childcare providers, ensuring they meet or exceed the federal equal access benchmark. These rates are adjusted based on the quality rating of the childcare provider.

Rhode Island S2667 expands eligibility for childcare assistance and increases reimbursement rates for childcare providers.

Rhode Island S2667 updates the eligibility criteria for the state's childcare assistance program, expanding it to include families with incomes at or below 85% of the state median income. Families can continue to receive assistance until their income exceeds 100% of the state median income. The bill also increases the reimbursement rates for childcare providers, ensuring they meet or exceed the federal equal access benchmark. These rates are adjusted based on the quality rating of the childcare provider.