Contact Congress about H.R. 2425: Kairo Act of 2025

Parents could see more safety records from child care providers that get federal funds. They could also view some video of alleged abuse or neglect involving their child. Providers could not punish parents for using these rights.

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Kairo Act of 2025 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Latest action on H.R. 2425: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects parents and guardians whose children attend child care programs that get federal money. It also affects child care centers, family child care homes, religious providers, Head Start, and Early Head Start programs that receive those funds. State and federal child care offices would also have to help notify providers and support the new rules.

Why this matters: Parents often need fast, clear safety information when something goes wrong in child care. This bill would give parents more direct access to records, reports, and some video tied to alleged abuse or neglect. It could help families make better child care choices and respond faster to safety concerns. The impact may vary because some states or providers may already offer similar access. The bill also leaves some enforcement details unclear.

Key provisions in H.R. 2425

• The bill covers any child care provider that gets federal child care or early learning money. That includes providers funded through Child Care and Development Block Grants or Head Start.
• Each covered provider must create and keep a written “parent’s bill of rights for child care.” This is a plain list of rights parents have under the bill.
• Parents must get contact information for the state child abuse hotline. They must also get the contact for the agency that investigates abuse, neglect, or exploitation in child care settings.
• Parents must be told how to find state child care monitoring and inspection reports. Head Start and Early Head Start parents must also be told how to find federal reports from the Office of Head Start.
• Parents can review the facility’s written records about their own child. They can also get that facility’s state inspection reports and learn how to see its compliance history online.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 2425

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Questions people ask about H.R. 2425

What is H.R. 2425?

Parents could see more safety records from child care providers that get federal funds. They could also view some video of alleged abuse or neglect involving their child. Providers could not punish parents for using these rights.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 2425?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 2425?

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Can Modern Action explain H.R. 2425 before I act?

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