United States 119th Congress Status: In Committee Bipartisan · 3 R · 3 D cosponsors

HR 9224 — Child Care Modernization Act of 2026

Last action — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced June 09, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

Advancing 42% · moderate confidence

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 6 sponsors

    1 primary, 5 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (3 R · 3 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill aims to modernize child care programs and support for families.

This legislation focuses on updating child care services and improving access for families. It seeks to enhance the quality of care available to children.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may benefit from improved access to higher-quality child care options.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill redesignates and amends the purposes and definitions within the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to update its focus and enhance child care services.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9857

    Section 658A of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 → section 658 of such Act

    Changes the designation of the section for clarity and organization.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9857

    to assist States in delivering high-quality, coordinated early childhood care and education services to maximize parents’ options and support parents trying to achieve independence from public assistance; → to assist States in delivering high-quality, coordinated child care services to maximize parents' options to cover the full workday and full work year, to support continuity of care for children, and to support parents trying to achieve independence from public assistance;

    Updates the language to emphasize the importance of continuity and comprehensive support in child care services.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    the term “eligible child” means an individual— → the term `eligible child' means an individual--

    Modifies the definition format for consistency.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    (C) who— → (C) who--

    Modifies the definition format for consistency.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    is a child who is less than 13 years of age; → is less than 13 years of age;

    Simplifies the definition by removing redundancy.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    is receiving, or needs to receive, protective services and resides with a parent or parents not described in clause (i). → is a child experiencing homelessness, a child in kinship care, or a child who is receiving, or needs to receive, child protective services;

    Broader inclusivity in defining 'eligible child' by recognizing additional circumstances.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    the term 'family child care provider' means one individual who provides child care services for fewer than 24 hours per day, as the sole caregiver, and in a private residence. → the term 'family child care provider' means an individual who provides child care services in a private residence-- (A) for fewer than 24 hours per day per child; or (B) for 24 hours per day per child due to the nature of the work of the parent involved.

    Clarifies the definition to accommodate specific needs of parents with non-traditional work hours.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    the term 'Indian tribe' means the meaning given it in section 5304(e) of title 25. → the term 'Indian Tribe' or 'Indian tribe' has the meaning

    Updates the language for consistency and clarity.

  • 42 U.S.C. 9858n

    the term 'tribal organization' means the meaning given it in section 5304(l) of title 25. → the term 'Tribal organization' or 'tribal organization' has the meaning

    Updates the language for consistency and clarity.

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  4. Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 5 co-sponsors · 541 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (5)

Not signed on (541)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HR 9224?
HR 9224 is sponsored by McDonald Rivet, Kristen (Democratic), Hinson, Ashley (Republican), Lee, Susie (Democratic), Fitzpatrick, Brian K. (Republican), Carbajal, Salud O. (Democratic), and Mackenzie, Ryan (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 9224?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced June 09, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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