Officials say FMIS batching, documentation and DOA processing slowed child-care payments

Jul 28, 2026

DPHSS staff and a DOA representative told the committee that a new FMIS batching process, invoice completeness requirements and certification steps delayed some payments; DOA said properly documented batches are typically processed within 2–5 days after receipt.

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Department staff explained to the committee that delays in paying childcare providers were a mix of federal timing, the territory's financial-management upgrade and procedural changes to invoice handling.

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