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H7462Introduced in the House

Codifies child care copayments in law, expand zero copays to families under 125% FPL, lower costs for working families, and cap most copayments at 6% while preserving a 7% statutory maximum.

IntroducedHouse Finance

Introduced by Grace Diaz, District 11

What does this bill do?

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Official description

HUMAN SERVICES -- CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COPAYMENTS - Codifies child care copayments in law, expand zero copays to families under 125% FPL, lower costs for working families, and cap most copayments at 6% while preserving a 7% statutory maximum.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 14, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Finance

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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