HB 190: Child Care Business Tax Credit
HB 190 status: Enacted — Governor Signed (updated Mar 26, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis proposal would give businesses a tax break if they help pay for their employees' child care costs. It is currently being discussed in the House of Representatives.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact identified.
Risks
- No direct impact identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Reduces operational cost for businesses providing child care benefits.
- Increases disposable income for employees receiving childcare assistance.
Risks
- Potential reduction in state tax revenue.
- Risk of corporate windfall for businesses already offering childcare.
Society
Benefits
- Improves accessibility and affordability of child care for working parents.
- Supports workforce participation for parents of young children.
Risks
- Benefit availability depends on individual employer participation.
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
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