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FFYF Briefing Room: Safeguarding Access to Affordable Child Care
Concerning reports of fraud have given cause for a broader understanding of how the federal child care program works. Fraud at any level is unacceptable and must be investigated and rooted out. This explainer outlines the program and gives context to current reports.
National Poll Shows Strong Bipartisan Support for Federal Child Care Programs
New national polling shows persistent voter concern about the affordability and availability of child care for working parents, alongside broad support across key demographic groups for federal child care policies that help families afford care.
Child Care and Early Learning State Fact Sheets
FFYF’s State Fact Sheets explore how federal investments in child care and early learning impact working parents, young children, and the broader economy across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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FFYF Briefing Room: Safeguarding Access to Affordable Child Care
February 3, 2026 – The federal child care program has a long history of bipartisan support, with a proven track record in strengthening families, fostering child development, and fueling the …
The Friday Five: The Latest Child Care and Early Learning News
The child care and early learning news you don’t want to miss. Check here for updates every Friday for the latest information you need to know. February 6 Big news …
STATEMENT: FY2026 Funding Bill Boosts Federal Investment in Child Care and Early Learning
UPDATE – 2/3/26 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3: The House of Representatives voted this afternoon, 217–214, to approve five full-year spending bills, including funding for child care and early learning as part …
