Policy Priorities
AB 2006 (Rodriguez)
Child Care in State Buildings
This proposal aims to expand access to child care by making greater use of available space in state-owned facilities.
Beginning January 1, 2027, the bill would require that when the state constructs, acquires, renovates, or repairs office buildings for state employees, priority be given to licensed child care providers seeking to operate a day care center within the building. The Department of General Services (DGS) would be responsible for evaluating available space and establishing the terms and conditions for use.
AB 1914 (Schiavo)
General Plan Elements: Child Care
This proposal aims to improve access to child care by ensuring it is considered as part of long-term local planning and community development.
Beginning January 1, 2028, the bill would require cities and counties to incorporate child care into their general plans when they update two or more elements. A general plan is a community’s long-term blueprint that guides decisions about land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, safety, and overall quality of life. Local jurisdictions would retain discretion in how child care is addressed based on local needs and conditions.