Small Business Child Care Investment Act

# Small Business Child Care Investment Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Small Business Child Care Investment Act (HR 7109) would create tax incentives and financial support to help small businesses establish or expand child care services for their employees. By making it easier and more affordable for small companies to offer on-site or subsidized child care, the bill aims to address two problems at once: the shortage of affordable child care options for working families and the difficulty small businesses face in recruiting and retaining employees. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily benefits small business owners and their employees with young children. While specific provisions aren't detailed in available information, bills of this type typically include tax credits for businesses that invest in child care, grants or loans for child care facility development, or subsidies to reduce costs for employees.

This would help working parents—particularly mothers—stay in or return to the workforce while giving small businesses a competitive advantage in attracting talent. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7109 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Representative Susie Lee (D-Nevada).