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SB 1374: IDAHO CHILD CARE PROGRAM – Amends and adds to existing law to establish the Idaho Child Care Program.

Establishes the Idaho Child Care Program to assist low-income working families with child care costs using federal funds. Sets eligibility based on income/assets, parent work/education requirements, strict provider documentation, and robust fraud detection/prevention measures including AI analytics and penalties.

Status

Reported Printed (March 9, 2026) · Originated in the Idaho Senate · Introduced March 6, 2026

Sponsors

  • STATE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
  • Representative Tanner(14B)

Committees

  • JR for Printing

Bill history

  • March 6, 2026 — Senate: Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
  • March 9, 2026 — Senate: Reported Printed; referred to Health & Welfare

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