Summary
The Caring for Children Act of 2005 (S. 525) proposes to update and extend federal funding for child care programs through 2010, with a new emphasis on preparing children for school and increasing parental involvement. The bill would provide grants to states to improve the quality of child care services and establishes a pilot program to help small businesses create on-site child care for their employees. Additionally, it requires federal buildings to develop specific emergency evacuation and safety plans for the child care centers operating within them.
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