Act 76 Changes Everything
An Exciting Future for Child Care in Vermont
Act 76 has changed everything for child care businesses in Vermont! In June 2023, the Vermont Legislature made history by passing the 2023 Child Care Bill (Act 76) into law. This comprehensive bill is not only a first-of-its-kind for Vermont and the nation, it also changes the trajectory of our state by making Vermont's communities more affordable.
- July Family Child Care Child Care Financial Assistance increase video
- July 1 2024 Child Care Contribution explainer video
- NEW EXPLAINER: CCFAP Eligibility Changes (Posted 9/9/2024)
- Rate Setting Webinar
- Act 76: Exploring Rate Setting: Sustaining Your Program and Supporting Families.
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More on Act 76
Celebrating Successes: Press Release
Read about our Spring 2026 Make Way for Kids Grantees
Read about our Winter 2026 Make Way for Kids Grantees
Read about our 2026 Supply and Demand Gap Analysis
Read about our Fall 2025 Make Way for Kids Infant/Toddler Grant Recipients
Read about our Planning for the Future of Child Care Symposium, Fall 2025
Read about our Spring 2025 MWFK Grant Recipients
Read about our planning grant progress for 2025
Read about Winter 2025 Make Way for Kids Infant/Toddler Capacity Grant Recipients
Read about the positive trend emerging after Vermont's historic child care law
Read about the 2024 Planning Grant Recipients
Read about 2024 Fall Make Way for Kids Infant/Toddler Capacity Grant Recipients
Act 76 lays the groundwork for an early childhood education profession.
CCFAP Information from Provider, from the CDD
More families will benefit from the changes!
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Here are some key points to help explain Act 76 to families. Use the ones that best fit your business.
If you wish, here is a survey template you may use with families.
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