Provider Rate for Family Co-Payment - Alternative Payment Programs

18220.6

(a) A family may choose a child care provider regardless of the provider's rate.

(b) When a provider's rate and other allowable charges exceed the maximum subsidy amount, the family shall be responsible for paying the provider the difference between the provider's rate and the maximum subsidy amount. This shall be considered the family's co-payment. The contractor shall not be responsible for collecting the family's co-payment.

NOTE: Authority cited: Sections 8265 and 8269, Education Code. Reference: Section 8265 and 8269, Education Code.