H.R.3304 - Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3304, the "Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act of 2025," aims to establish a grant pilot program to provide child care services for law enforcement officers' children. The program is designed to accommodate the shift work and nontraditional hours of police officers, with the goal of enhancing recruitment and retention. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Assistant Secretary of the Administration for Children and Families, would administer the grant program.
Expected Effects
The bill's enactment would lead to the creation of child care programs tailored to the needs of law enforcement officers. This could improve the recruitment and retention rates within law enforcement agencies. The bill also mandates studies to assess the program's effectiveness and impact on communities.
Potential Benefits
- Improved recruitment and retention of law enforcement officers.
- Support for families of law enforcement officers by providing access to child care.
- Potential economic benefits for child care providers and related industries.
- Increased availability of child care services during non-standard hours.
- Data collection and analysis through mandated studies to inform future policy decisions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of funds, requiring strict oversight and audits.
- Administrative burden on the Department of Health and Human Services and lead agencies.
- The matching requirement may pose a challenge for some covered entities.
- Limited scope and duration of the pilot program (terminates in 2030).
- Potential for inequitable distribution of funds among different law enforcement agencies and regions.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to support law enforcement families and improve public safety. The establishment of grant programs falls under Congress's power to appropriate funds for the general welfare. No specific constitutional conflicts are apparent.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).