IDAHO CHILD CARE PROGRAM – Amends and adds to existing law to establish the Idaho Child Care Program.

This bill creates the Idaho Child Care Program to help low-income families pay for child care while parents work, attend education or training, or receive child welfare services. It establishes eligibility requirements based on income and asset limits, requires children to be under 13 (with exceptions for those unable to care for themselves), and sets rules for how long parents can qualify through education or training. The program will be administered by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, which will manage applications, conduct annual eligibility reviews, and can create a waiting list that prioritizes vulnerable families such as those who are homeless, caring for children with disabilities, or receiving child welfare services. The legislation also defines terms related to fraud detection, provider requirements, and oversight to ensure program integrity.