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Child Care Scholarship Program Briefing 02.04.2026 23 Fast Track Applications Presumptive eligibility was encouraged, but not required, under the 2024 CCDF Final Rule. Maryland implemented presumptive eligibility, as fast track applications, for the CCS program in 2023, prior to the 2024 Final Rule going into effect. 50,000 Fast track applications submitted since the policy went into effect in 2023. 22% Of families that submitted fast track applications went on to receive a full 2- year scholarship. Source: Analysis of CCS Applications data, obtained 9/12/2025.