H.R. 7723Heading to a voteFamily & community
Bill would permanently ban child care providers caught defrauding federal programs
Data as of July 12, 2026
The bill permanently bans child care providers found guilty of fraud from two federal child care funding programs.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The bill requires investigation of fraud claims against child care providers and imposes a permanent ban from the Child Care and Development Block Grant program and the Child and Adult Care Food Program for anyone found guilty. Fraud includes lying on paperwork, falsely claiming children's enrollment or attendance, operating without proper licensing, or misusing funds. A ban from one program automatically triggers a ban from the other.
Who does it affect?
Child care providers and day care operators receiving federal funding through these two programs, plus the government agencies overseeing them; families using these programs may be indirectly affected.
Why does it matter?
Providers found committing fraud would be removed from both programs, which could require affected families to find new child care arrangements. Honest providers and families see no change in funding or benefits.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Safeguarding Taxpayer Dollars in Child Care Act of 2026
- Introduced:
- February 26, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 6, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 509.
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