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Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5363| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2025
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez

Democratic Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (5)
Donald G. Davis (Democratic)James R. Baird (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Tracey Mann (Republican)Lauren Underwood (Democratic)

Agriculture Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill establishes the Expanding Childcare in Rural America Initiative , directing the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize the development, expansion, and improvement of childcare services in rural and agricultural communities. From fiscal years 2026 through 2030, this initiative will focus on enhancing the availability, quality, and affordability of childcare for young children up to kindergarten age. The Secretary will give priority to qualified applicants seeking loans and grants under several existing USDA programs for projects related to childcare. Specifically, priority will be given under programs such as the essential community facilities loan and grant programs, rural business development grants, and rural microentrepreneur assistance. The initiative also mandates that funding prioritize communities in farming-dependent counties and ensures a balanced geographical distribution of benefits. To facilitate implementation, the Secretary may utilize intermediaries like childcare resource and referral organizations or community development financial institutions with expertise in childcare facility development or provider support, and an evaluation and report on the initiative's outcomes are required within three years.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3922
Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2023
Sep 15, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3922
    Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2023


  • September 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Agriculture and Food

Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5363| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2025
This bill establishes the Expanding Childcare in Rural America Initiative , directing the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize the development, expansion, and improvement of childcare services in rural and agricultural communities. From fiscal years 2026 through 2030, this initiative will focus on enhancing the availability, quality, and affordability of childcare for young children up to kindergarten age. The Secretary will give priority to qualified applicants seeking loans and grants under several existing USDA programs for projects related to childcare. Specifically, priority will be given under programs such as the essential community facilities loan and grant programs, rural business development grants, and rural microentrepreneur assistance. The initiative also mandates that funding prioritize communities in farming-dependent counties and ensures a balanced geographical distribution of benefits. To facilitate implementation, the Secretary may utilize intermediaries like childcare resource and referral organizations or community development financial institutions with expertise in childcare facility development or provider support, and an evaluation and report on the initiative's outcomes are required within three years.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3922
Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2023
Sep 15, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3922
    Expanding Childcare in Rural America Act of 2023


  • September 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez

Democratic Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (5)
Donald G. Davis (Democratic)James R. Baird (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Tracey Mann (Republican)Lauren Underwood (Democratic)

Agriculture Committee

Agriculture and Food

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted