Keller advocates for child care legislation

The House passed H.R. 7909 by a vote of 387 – 33 and S. 2683 by voice vote.

During his remarks on H.R. 7909, Congressman Keller discussed the need to provide funding for states to help child care providers meet the guidelines necessary to keep our children safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“As millions of families have learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, child care is a critical component of our national economy,” Congressman Keller said.

“As parents return to work, they need to be sure that their children will be looked after and kept safe.

“The Ensuring Children and Child Care Workers Are Safe Act of 2020, H.R. 7909, would make these assurances to families by equipping child care providers with the resources they need to perform their jobs safely and effectively.”

Congressman Keller also highlighted the importance of S. 2683 in strengthening background checks for child care providers.

“Every parent deserves the peace of mind of knowing that their child care providers are passionate, caring, and above all—qualified,” Congressman Keller said.

“While this is the case with a great many providers, it is imperative for states to be able to effectively conduct background checks, especially across state lines.

“S. 2683 will help states address challenges in implementing background checks required under current law, ensuring our children receive the safest and highest quality of care possible.”

On the passage of H.R. 7909 and S.2683, Congressman Keller made the following statement:

“The passage of these two important pieces of legislation will ensure that our children remain healthy and safe while under the supervision of child care providers who have been properly vetted.

As millions of parents head back to work, these bills will be critically important for child care providers across the country,” Congressman Keller said.