Learn how the newly enacted Assembly Bill 495 impacts your licensed child care facility and the five mandatory actions your program must implement before the July 1, 2026 compliance deadline. Continue Reading
Senate Budget Committee Hearings on the May Revise: May 21, 2026 Continue Reading
Today, the Governor released details on California’s 2026-27 May Revise budget proposal. Click here to view the press conference. The Governor’s budget is very light on details as it relates to early care and education programs. CDE Early Learning program details start on page 17, and... Continue Reading
CCDF Rules Released: Federal Rollback of Child Care Protections & What It Means for California Continue Reading
Governor Newsom is expected to release the 2026-27 May Revise on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The May Revise updates the Governor's January budget proposal with revised revenue projections and adjusted spending priorities. Continue Reading
California's income tax collections came in $3.3 billion over forecast, offering a glimmer of hope ahead of Governor Newsom's May Revise despite ongoing budget pressures from inflation and federal funding threats. Continue Reading
California licensed child care providers are encouraged to submit public comments by May 18 on proposed Title 24 building code changes that may significantly impact facility requirements, infant care capacity, and program sustainability. Continue Reading
Currently, there is no mechanism that accounts for the real-world enrollment fluctuations that center-based programs experience, fluctuations that are often outside of a provider's control. As the state moves beyond the hold-harmless, this gap becomes increasingly consequential. Continue Reading
EveryChild California testified at Senate Budget Subcommittee No. 3 on key child care budget issues, including CCTR contracts, CSPP under Proposition 98, and protecting child care spaces. Continue Reading
A new federal proposal is beginning to take shape around child care funding and accountability. This overview shares what we know so far, what it could mean for California’s child care system, and how we are staying engaged in the process. Continue Reading
CSPP contractors are required to meet a five percent enrollment set-aside for children with disabilities, waiver process begins in FY 2026-27. Continue Reading
A timely overview of how immigration enforcement is impacting early childhood education settings, with practical guidance to help providers protect and support children, families, and staff. Continue Reading
