Legislation

Overview Child care is a necessity for working parents, yet the cost of quality care often places it out of reach for many families. The Child Care and Development Block …

Overview The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal program that, in part, reimburses child care programs for nutritious meals and snacks provided to young children. The …

Overview The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to more than 7.5 million eligible children and youth …

Overview The Elementary and Secondary Education Act, the nation’s K-12 education law prioritizing equal access to education, was reauthorized by Congress at the end of 2015 as the Every Student …

Overview The Early Head Start–Child Care Partnerships (EHS-CCP) initiative helps expand access to high-quality child care and comprehensive support for infants and toddlers from low-income families.  The U.S. Department of …