This Act temporarily addresses Delaware's childcare crisis by gradually increasing Purchase of Care eligibility from 200% to 275% FPL over 5 years starting July 1, 2026, reducing benefit cliffs and supporting moderate-income families. It includes a sunset clause expiring June 30, 2031, to allow evaluation and ensure fiscal sustainability, with annual reporting on impacts.
- Chamber
- House
- Introduced
- Apr 30, 2026
- Last action
- May 19, 2026 — Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House
- Sponsor
- Brian Pettyjohn R
- Session
- 153
- Momentum
- 58 · Moderate