January 2026: Coalition Letter to OMB Director Vought

On January 27, 2026, national organizations signed a letter to Director Russell Vought at the Office of Management and Budget, asking the White House to continue to prioritize child care as they put together the agenda for the FY2026 budget request to Congress.

“Addressing America’s child care challenges provides the Administration with the opportunity to strengthen family finances, support a thriving workforce, and boost the economy. When parents have access to care that works for them, they are better able to stay in the workforce, contribute to their communities, and provide stability for their children. Businesses benefit as well, with improved employee retention, productivity, and economic growth. Most importantly, quality child care provides young children with vital opportunities to learn and grow. As you craft the FY2027 Presidential budget, we urge you to continue to prioritize investments in child care solutions essential to families, businesses, and the President’s economic agenda by prioritizing programs like the CCDBG and Head Start.”

In the letter, groups requested robust funding for the following programs:

• Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG)
• Head Start
• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C and Part B, Section 619
• Preschool Development Grants Birth through Five (PDG B-5)
• Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS)

See the full letter, including the specific funding requests, below.