House Resolution No. by Representative Freiberg urges the legislative auditor to conduct an audit or evaluation of the services and supports provided to recipients of financial assistance through the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). This program is designed to assist low-income families in accessing quality child care while parents work or attend school. The resolution highlights the importance of CCAP in promoting the safety, well-being, and early learning of children, especially following its administration transfer to the state Department of Education in 2016. It also emphasizes the need for supportive services that empower CCAP recipients to transition from poverty to self-sufficiency, as many recipients rely on multiple forms of government assistance, including SNAP.

The resolution calls for a comprehensive evaluation of various assistance programs, including CCAP, SNAP, and others, to assess participation, costs, and outcomes, and to identify areas for improved coordination among agencies. The legislative auditor's previous report indicated a significant investment in child care services but raised concerns about the effectiveness of support for recipients in achieving employment and self-sufficiency. The establishment of the Louisiana Workforce and Social Services Reform Task Force aims to enhance the integration of workforce and social services, and this resolution seeks to ensure that the audit findings and recommendations are published by March 12, 2027, to inform ongoing efforts to improve service delivery and outcomes for families in need.