A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish an initiative to address the availability, quality, and cost of childcare in rural areas, and for other purposes.

S. 4628 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on May 21, 2026, sponsored by Roger Marshall with 3 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Introduced
Introduced: May 21, 2026
Co-sponsors: 3
Policy area: Agriculture and Food

What it does

This bill requires the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish the Expanding Childcare in Rural America Initiative to prioritize certain loans and grants that address childcare in rural areas. Under the bill, childcare includes eligible programs that provide quality care and early education for children who have not yet entered first grade.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Roger Marshall (R-KS). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

IntroducedMay 21, 2026
Passed the Senate—
Passed the House—
Sent to the President—
Became law—

Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (May 21, 2026)

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Committees

Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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