equal-access-provider-options-for-parents
Reason(s) for non-compliance: • The Lead Agency does not provide grants or contracts for direct services for infants and toddlers, for children in underserved geographic areas, and for children with disabilities, as required by 98.30(b)(1). (Plan Questions 4.1.1c and 4.5.1i). Please note the Lead Agency has an approved waiver for this requirement through August 1, 2026. Overall Target Completion Date: 07/31/2026 Action Step Number Action Step Description Target Completion Date 1 Waiver approved for Plan Question 4.1.1c and 4.5.1i, Contracted Slots. 11/22/2024 2 Draft proposed bill language to revise contracted slots language to provide direct services to infants and toddlers, children in underserved geographic areas and children with disabilities. Obtain agency head approval. Engage in legislative activities. 01/31/2026 3 Update system requirements and test functionality of the single statewide information system. 06/30/2026 4 Implement new statute. 07/01/2026 5 Submit CCDF plan amendment. 07/31/2026