Early Childhood Officials Warn CCAP Fund Pressures, Report CCDF Draw Restriction Under Temporary Restraining Order
The Department of Early Childhood told the committee it received a federal notice restricting CCDF draws (temporary restraining order in place) and described CCAP freezes, universal preschool enrollment progress, and near‑term strategies to reduce CCAP waitlists and protect providers.
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Dr. Lisa Roy, executive director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, opened the Smart Act segment by reporting that the department had received notice on Jan. 6, 2026 that the federal government had restricted Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) draws; a temporary restraining order paused implementation and the department had made several draws since the injunction. She told members the pause is temporary, litigation is pending, and the department is pursuing restoration and working with counties and federal partners.
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