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New Policy Guidance on Use of Federal Early Childhood Program Funds to Improve Access to Housing-Related Supports for the Early Childhood Workforce in Tribal Communities
Access the new publication here . The Office of Early Childhood Development’s (ECD) Office of Head Start (OHS) and Office of Child...
Jan 241 min read
Navigating the Tribal CCDF Plan Submission for FY 2026-2028
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has released the latest Program Instruction (PI) for the submission of the Tribal...
Jan 242 min read
New OCC Resources on State and Territory CCDF Plans and Policies
The Office of Child Care (OCC) released three new fact sheets summarizing data from the FY 2025-2027 Child Care and Development Fund...
Jan 241 min read
New Guidance on Cost-Based Alternative Methodologies and 2024 CCDF Final Rule Frequently Asked Questions
The Office of Child Care (OCC) is pleased to announce the release of new policy resources for Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Lead...
Jan 243 min read
Crediting Traditional Indigenous Foods in CACFP: Empowering Health and Heritage
Download NCA's crediting guidance for Tribal communities to incorporate traditional Indigenous foods into CACFP meal programs.
Dec 6, 20242 min read
New Regulations Empower Tribal Communities to Substitute Vegetables for Grains
New CACFP regulations now allow Tribal communities to substitute vegetables for grains, promoting health and honoring cultural traditions.
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Demystifying Budget Reconciliation: How It Shapes U.S. Policy
Understand budget reconciliation, a vital legislative process in U.S. policymaking, and how it shapes major fiscal and policy changes.
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Child Care Tax Policy: A Crucial Path Forward for Families and Businesses
Tax policy reforms could help ease the child care crisis, expanding access and affordability for families while incentivizing business suppo
Oct 14, 20243 min read
USDA Announces $200 Million for CACFP Providers
USDA announces $200M boost for CACFP providers, enhancing meal quality and expanding access to nutritious food for children and adults.
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Advocating for Tribal Child Care: NICCA’s Comments on the FY 2026-2028 Tribal CCDF Plan Preprint
At the National Indian Child Care Association (NICCA), we are dedicated to advocating for the best interests of Tribal children,...
Sep 5, 20242 min read
