What does Preamble of S 2862 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Child Care Access Means Parents In School Program under the Higher Education Act of 1965.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 2862 do?

This bill is formally titled the Child Care Access Means Parents In Schools Reauthorization Act.

What does CHILD CARE ACCESS MEANS PARENTS IN SCHOOL. of S 2862 do?

This section amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish the 'Child Care Access Means Parents in School' (CCAMPIS) program. The program aims to facilitate the success of eligible student parents in postsecondary education through the provision of child care services. The Secretary may award grants to eligible institutions, with a minimum grant amount of $75,000 per year and a maximum of $2,000,000 per year. Grants are awarded for a period of 5 years, with potential for supplemental funding based on demonstrated need. Eligible institutions must have at least 150 students eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. Grant funds can be used to establish or support campus-based child care programs, provide subsidized child care, and offer support services for student parents. Institutions must demonstrate a need for child care services, including information on student demographics and campus capacity. Annual reporting is required, including data on the number of eligible student parents served and the fee structure for child care services.

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CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act — S. 2862

Last updated: 9/18/2025 · Introduced: 9/18/2025

Author: Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill reauthorizes the Child Care Access Means Parents In School (CCAMPIS) program, providing grants to postsecondary institutions to support student parents' access to child care.
Eligible institutions, serving at least 150 Pell Grant-eligible students, can use grant funds to establish or support campus-based child care programs, offer subsidized care, and provide related support services.
Grants range from $75,000 to $2,000,000 per year for up to five years, with potential for supplemental funding based on demonstrated need, and require annual reporting on program outcomes.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 5458(In Committee)Official page

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