US HB4199

Establishes exclusive federal regulatory authority over the au pair cultural exchange program, preempting all state and local laws, regulations, or provisions related to the Department of State-administered program

Requires the Secretary of State to submit a proposed rule to the Office of Management and Budget within 90 days that modifies au pair stipend and educational stipend requirements while keeping the program affordable for host families

Mandates the proposed rule enhance scheduling flexibility to accommodate military families, first responders, single parents, shift workers, and others with non-traditional work schedules

Notes the au pair program serves tens of thousands of American families, with over 10% of host families being active duty military personnel, and addresses an estimated $122 billion annual economic cost from lack of childcare access