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 Complete supply and demand research. 09/30/2025 2 Create methodology for creating grants and contracts. 11/28/2025 3 Determine grantee designation (ensuring to align with priority groups.) 12/31/2025 4 Update child care management system to implement new provider options. 07/20/2026 5 Communicate the necessary changes to the impacted entities. 07/27/2026