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June 11, 2013

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In order to receive CCDF funds, Federal law requires all
States to submit a State Plan every two years.
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The Plan includes certain assurances and certifications required by statute and provides information about the management of CCDF services, including:
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 income eligibility guidelines, provider payment rates, parental rights and responsibilities, program integrity and accountability, and
Lead Agency’s annual goals for administration of the subsidy program and quality improvement activities
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The Plan is an opportunity for States to demonstrate the activities and services they are providing to meet the needs of low-income children & families.

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EEC estimates that over $450 million in federal and state funds will be available for child care services in FY14.
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CCDF law places certain limitations and requirements on the administration of funds:
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At least 4% must be spent on activities to improve the quality
No more than 5% may be spent on administrative expenses
Not less than 70% shall be used for families: (1) on TANF;
(2) transitioning off TANF; or (3) at risk of receiving TANF
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Additionally, there are certain minimum requirements for
direct child care expenditures:
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 be under 13 years of age, or under the age of 19 if special needs;
Household income must not exceed 85% of the SMI; and must either reside with parent(s) who are working, attending a job training, involved in educational program, or are at risk of receiving protective services.

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Purpose of CCDF is to increase the availability,
affordability and quality of child care by:
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Providing low-income families with the financial resources to find and afford quality child care
Enhancing quality and increasing the supply of child care
Providing parents with a broad range of options
Strengthening the role of family
Improving the quality and coordination of child care
Increasing the availability of early childhood development programs and before/after school services
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The contents of the CCDF address three areas:
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Administration
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Subsidy Program Administration
Health and Safety and Quality Improvement Activities

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Three Public Hearings on the Plan were held as follows:
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Lawrence, MA – May 21, 2013
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Quincy, MA – May 22, 2013
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Worcester, MA – May 23, 2013
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In addition, written comments in any format (e.g., electronic or hard copy) were encouraged and were due by May 31, 2013.
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The proposed Plan was also reviewed and discussed by the
Planning and Evaluation Committee of the Board on May 23,
2013.

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Increase Access for General Low-Income, Working
Families
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Increase Funding to Better Support and Integrate
School-Age and Out of School Time Services
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Increase Rates
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QRIS-- general questions regarding current initiatives, future funding availability
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General Budget questions regarding FY11 and FY12
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Professional Development – (e.g. opportunities for future funding)

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Status Action Due Date
Board reviews initial draft of
Massachusetts State Plan and votes to put out for public comment
Planning and Evaluation
Committee reviews and comments on initial draft
May 14, 2013
May 23, 2013
Public Hearings:
• Lawrence, MA
• Quincy, MA
• Worcester, MA
Hearing Dates:
• May 21 st
• May 22 nd
• May 23 rd
Review and summarize public comments and revise plan; provide final draft to Board for review
Board votes to approve plan and authorize submission to ACF
CCDF State Plan submission to ACF – Office of Child Care
First Week of June
June 11, 2013
July 1, 2013