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June 11, 2013 Board Meeting
Child Care Development Fund Massachusetts State Plan
Federal Fiscal Years 2014 and 2015
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CCDF State Plan Requirement & Purpose
In order to receive CCDF funds, Federal law requires all States to submit a State Plan every two years.
The Plan includes certain assurances and certifications required by statute and provides information about the management of CCDF services, including:
income eligibility guidelines, provider payment rates, parental rights and responsibilities, program integrity and accountability, and Lead Agency’s annual goals for administration of the
subsidy program and quality improvement activities
The Plan is an opportunity for States to demonstrate the activities and services they are providing to meet the needs of low-income children & families.
Estimated CCDF Funding & Limitations
EEC estimates that over $450 million in federal and state funds will be available for child care services in FY14.
CCDF law places certain limitations and requirements on the administration of funds:
At least 4% must be spent on activities to improve the quality No more than 5% may be spent on administrative expenses Not less than 70% shall be used for families: (1) on TANF; (2)
transitioning off TANF; or (3) at risk of receiving TANF
Additionally, there are certain minimum requirements for direct child care expenditures:
be under 13 years of age, or under the age of 19 if special needs;
Household income must not exceed 85% of the SMI; and must either reside with parent(s) who are working, attending a
job training, involved in educational program, or are at risk of receiving protective services.
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CCDF General Purpose
Purpose of CCDF is to increase the availability, affordability and quality of child care by:
Providing low-income families with the financial resources to find and afford quality child care
Enhancing quality and increasing the supply of child care Providing parents with a broad range of options Strengthening the role of family Improving the quality and coordination of child care Increasing the availability of early childhood
development programs and before/after school services
The contents of the CCDF address three areas: Administration Subsidy Program Administration Health and Safety and Quality Improvement Activities
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Public Hearings & Board Committee Feedback
Three Public Hearings on the Plan were held as follows:
Lawrence, MA – May 21, 2013
Quincy, MA – May 22, 2013
Worcester, MA – May 23, 2013
In addition, written comments in any format (e.g., electronic or hard copy) were encouraged and were due by May 31, 2013.
The proposed Plan was also reviewed and discussed by the Planning and Evaluation Committee of the Board on May 23, 2013.
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Public Comments: Common Themes
Increase Access for General Low-Income, Working Families
Increase Funding to Better Support and Integrate School-Age and Out of School Time Services
Increase Rates
QRIS-- general questions regarding current initiatives, future funding availability
General Budget questions regarding FY11 and FY12
Professional Development – (e.g. opportunities for future funding)
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Next Steps and Submission TimelineAction Due Date Status
Board reviews initial draft of Massachusetts State Plan and votes to put out for public comment
May 14, 2013
Planning and Evaluation Committee reviews and comments on initial draft May 23, 2013
Public Hearings:
• Lawrence, MA
• Quincy, MA
• Worcester, MA
Hearing Dates:
• May 21st
• May 22nd
• May 23rd
Review and summarize public comments and revise plan; provide final draft to Board for review
First Week of June
Board votes to approve plan and authorize submission to ACF
June 11, 2013
CCDF State Plan submission to ACF – Office of Child Care
July 1, 2013
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