appropriation; child care assistance

SB 1646 allocates $112.45 million from Arizona's general fund and $78.65 million in federal child care funds for the Department of Economic Security to provide child care assistance. The funding supports low-income families who qualify for state child care assistance programs. It directly affects eligible families by ensuring continued access to subsidized child care services. The bill specifies the exact funding amounts and sources for the 2025-2026 fiscal year without changing eligibility rules or program structure.