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PA HB1108

Bill

Status

Engrossed

9/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

Eric Nelson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Revises copayment structure for subsidized child care to a sliding scale of 3-7% of annual income for families at or below 235% of Federal poverty level, and 7-12% for families between 235-300% of poverty level

  • Removes the previous $5 per week minimum copayment requirement and eliminates copayment deductions based on additional work hours worked by parents

  • Sets initial eligibility for subsidized child care at 200% of Federal poverty income guidelines, with redetermination eligibility at 235% (or up to 300% if appropriations are available)

  • Requires at least $25 million annually from child-care services appropriations to serve families with incomes between 235-300% of Federal poverty guidelines

  • Guarantees 12-month continuous eligibility for enrolled children regardless of temporary changes in parent work status or income increases (up to 85% of State median income)

Legislative Description

In public assistance, further providing for copayments for subsidized child care; and making a repeal.

Last Action

Referred to Aging & Youth

10/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Aging & Youth10/3/2025
Appropriations7/14/2025
Rules6/17/2025
Human Services4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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