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Policy and Advocacy
Legislative Updates, Advocacy Tips, Policy Changes
Advocating for Tribal Child Care: Key Updates from Washington, D.C.
NICCA takes action in Washington, D.C., meeting directly with policymakers to advocate for meaningful change.
Feb 19, 20252 min read


How Would Children Fare Under Proposed Cuts to Federal Spending?
Proposed federal spending cuts could severely impact children's health, nutrition, and well-being, warns the Urban Institute.
Feb 12, 20251 min read


The Consequences of a Federal Funding Freeze in the States
CAP highlights the far-reaching impacts of a brief federal funding freeze on essential services and vulnerable communities.
Feb 9, 20251 min read


Child Care in the News: Tribal Investments, Key Research, and Family Challenges
Highlights from recent news articles on child care policies and challenges.
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Project 2025 and Indian Tribes
Project 2025 outlines major changes to federal policy. What could it mean for Tribal programs, child care, and sovereignty?
Feb 1, 20253 min read


New Policy Guidance on Use of Federal Early Childhood Program Funds to Improve Access to Housing-Related Supports for the Early Childhood Workforce in Tribal Communities
Access the new publication here . The Office of Early Childhood Development’s (ECD) Office of Head Start (OHS) and Office of Child...
Jan 24, 20251 min read


Insights from the 2024 ACF Tribal Early Childhood Consultation
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) recently released the 2024 Tribal Early Childhood Consultation Report, highlighting...
Jan 24, 20252 min read


Navigating the Tribal CCDF Plan Submission for FY 2026-2028
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has released the latest Program Instruction (PI) for the submission of the Tribal...
Jan 24, 20252 min read


New OCC Resources on State and Territory CCDF Plans and Policies
The Office of Child Care (OCC) released three new fact sheets summarizing data from the FY 2025-2027 Child Care and Development Fund...
Jan 24, 20251 min read


New Guidance on Cost-Based Alternative Methodologies and 2024 CCDF Final Rule Frequently Asked Questions
The Office of Child Care (OCC) is pleased to announce the release of new policy resources for Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Lead...
Jan 24, 20253 min read


