Number: RL30785
Title: The Child Care and Development Block Grant: Background and Funding
Authors: Melinda Gish, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: Federal funding levels for child care assistance continue to be a source of debate, in the context of increased work requirements for single welfare mothers, those leaving welfare for work, and low-income working families in general. Moreover, the quality of available child care services, and the relationship of child care programs to the broader world of early childhood education and care remain active concerns of Congress. This report provides background information on the CCDBG.
Pages: 12
Date: February 8, 2008