In response to numerous public comments, Utah has revised its rules regarding eligibility for child-care subsidies. On December 1, 2021, Utah’s Department of Workforce Services posted a notice of change in proposed rule R986-700.

This change removes the requirement that wages be obtained legally. Starting in January 2022, parents/guardians do not need to provide any evidence of immigration status, work authorization, or social security numbers in order to apply for their child to receive the child care subsidy. Children need to be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens.