Child Care Access and Affordability Act of 2025

H.R. 6656, the Child Care Access and Affordability Act of 2025, is standard legislation introduced in the House by Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI) in December 2025. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full chamber. While an official summary is not yet available, the bill's title and policy focus suggest it would address child care accessibility and cost barriers for American families. If enacted, the bill would require presidential signature to become law and could potentially expand child care options or provide financial assistance to help families afford child care services.