DelawareAN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 31 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CHILD CARE SUBSIDIES TO INCREASE ELIGIBILITY THRESHOLDS OVER FIVE YEARS.
What it does
This Act temporarily addresses Delaware's childcare crisis by gradually increasing Purchase of Care eligibility from 200% to 275% FPL over 5 years starting July 1, 2026, reducing benefit cliffs and supporting moderate-income families. It includes a sunset clause expiring June 30, 2031, to allow evaluation and ensure fiscal sustainability, with annual reporting on impacts.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 19Assigned to Appropriations Committee in HouseLatest
- May 14Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 2 Favorable, 7 On Its MeritsMinor
- May 7Amendment HA 1 to HB 387 - Introduced and Placed With BillMinor
- Apr 30Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in HouseIntroduced