Cherokee Nation Approves $50M Childcare Initiative
The tribe's Council passed the 21st Century Childcare Initiative during a special meeting on Oct. 29, 2025.
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November 2, 2026
Oklahoma Creates Early Childhood Task ForceHouse Bill 1979 took effect Nov. 1, 2026, establishing a panel to coordinate early childhood care, health, and education programs across state agencies.
October 31, 2026
Cherokee Nation Launches Childcare Investment PlanNew legislation directs $50 million toward building and expanding critical childcare facilities across Oklahoma.
October 12, 2026
Oklahoma Will Lower Child Care Subsidy EligibilityState officials will tighten income requirements for families receiving child care subsidies starting in early 2027.
October 1, 2026
Oklahoma Foster Care Advocates Requested Rate IncreasesAdvocates highlighted stagnant reimbursement rates at a recent Capitol study session.
September 22, 2026
Circle of Care Absorbed Oklahoma Foster HomesThe organization accepted dozens of families following the exit of Saint Francis Ministries from the state.