This bill transfers responsibility for managing child care assistance programs for low-income student parents from the Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services. Specifically, it moves the functions previously handled under section 419N of the Higher Education Act, which addresses child care access for students pursuing postsecondary education. The bill takes effect six months after enactment, though the transfer process can begin immediately upon passage. The legislation requires the Office of Management and Budget to ensure the transfer does not increase federal workforce size and to certify compliance with this requirement. All existing funds, personnel, contracts, and legal proceedings related to these child care programs will transfer to the Health and Human Services Department and continue under the same terms until modified by authorized officials.
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