The bill amends the state child care assistance program (CCA) to establish reimbursement rates for child care providers who care for unhoused children. Specifically, it mandates that the reimbursement rate for providing care to an unhoused child be equal to that of a child requiring special-needs care. The bill provides a detailed definition of "unhoused," which includes various living situations such as residing in shelters, motels, or other inadequate accommodations.

By implementing this change, the bill aims to ensure that child care providers receive equitable compensation for caring for unhoused children, recognizing the unique challenges and needs of this population. The inclusion of specific circumstances that qualify a child as unhoused underscores the bill's intent to address the complexities of homelessness and its impact on child care access.