H.R. 9606 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Less Bureaucracy, Better Child Care for Student Parents Act
H.R. 9606 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jul 9, 2026, sponsored by Robert F. Onder, Jr. with 1 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
- Jul 9, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Education
What it does
Less Bureaucracy, Better Child Care for Student Parents Act This bill transfers specified functions relating to child care access for eligible low-income parents in postsecondary education from the Department of Education (ED) to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert F. Onder, Jr. (R-MO). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 9, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 16. (Jul 15, 2026)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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