MN SF3379

Makes permanent the temporary funding priorities for basic sliding fee child care assistance that were set to expire May 31, 2024, effective July 1, 2022.

Establishes five-tier priority system for child care assistance when inadequate funding requires waiting lists: non-MFIP families pursuing education/employment, families with veterans, other eligible families, families eligible for portable assistance, and families transitioning from MFIP or diversionary work program.

First priority includes subpriorities for minor parents and parents under 21 years of age pursuing education or remedial/basic skill courses necessary for employment.

Families receiving MFIP or diversionary work program transition services must be added to waiting lists upon completing transition year and receive fifth priority status.

Repeals the previous funding priority language in Minnesota Statutes 2020, section 119B.03, subdivision 4, effective July 1, 2022.