Modernize the Au Pair Program Act of 2024

HR 9677, the Modernize the Au Pair Program Act of 2024, ensures only federal law - not state laws - regulates the au pair program. It requires the State Department to revise a proposed rule within 90 days to adjust the weekly payment formula for host families, balancing affordability with program costs like room, board, and childcare hours. This update aims to maintain the program’s accessibility for American families, including military households, shift workers, and single parents who rely on au pairs for childcare. The bill preserves the program’s cultural exchange purpose and economic benefits without expanding its scope or creating new requirements.