DelawareResolution would call for 10% higher child care provider payments
If lawmakers and the governor approve it, the resolution would call for 10% higher payments in fiscal year 2027 to providers caring for subsidized children ages 0–5.
What it does
If the House, Senate, and governor approve the resolution, it would call for 10% higher rates in fiscal year 2027 for child care providers serving subsidized children ages 0–5.
Argument forIf rates rise, providers could receive more per subsidized child, which may help them pay for care.
Argument againstIf rates rise across all care settings, Delaware could need more money to pay providers at the higher rates.
More detail
The House and Senate would call for a 10% increase in child care provider payment rates. It covers Delaware providers who care for children ages 0–5 through Purchase of Care, the state's child care subsidy, in all types of care settings. The House, Senate, and governor must approve the resolution. The resolution calls for higher rates but does not ensure providers will receive them. The proposed rate increase applies to fiscal year 2027.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 23Assigned to Appropriations Committee in HouseLatest
- Apr 22Reported Out of Committee (Health & Human Development) in House with 10 On Its MeritsMinor
- Apr 14Introduced and Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in HouseIntroduced
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