CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act
CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act
Plain Language Summary
# CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act Summary **What It Does:** This bill would extend and expand the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program through 2031. CCAMPIS currently provides federal grants to colleges and universities to operate child care services on campus. The bill would increase the amount of money schools can receive, raise the program's funding ceiling, and allow schools to use grant money for additional services beyond just child care—such as child care subsidies and other support services for students. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily benefits low-income parents attending college or trade schools who struggle to afford child care.
It also affects colleges and universities that operate child care programs, as they would receive increased funding and more flexibility in how they spend it. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Katherine Clark (D-MA).
CRS Official Summary
Child Care Access Means Parents In Schools Reauthorization Act or the CCAMPIS Reauthorization ActThis bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and revises the Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program. The program awards grants to support the participation of eligible low-income parents in postsecondary education through the provision of campus-based child care services.Among other revisions to the program, the bill increases the minimum and maximum grant amounts, allows grant funds to be used for additional purposes (e.g., child care subsidies and support services), and specifies additional grant application requirements.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.