The Department of Early Learning and Care is seeking applicants for the Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) Rulemaking Committee (RAC) 

The ERDC program supports working families with child care costs. Applications are open for diverse representatives to join a committee, influencing Oregon’s Early Learning system, with a deadline of April 18, 2025.

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Updated on April 1, 2025

The ERDC program helps families who are working, in school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) pay for child care. 

Apply today to give input on the ERDC program! 

We are seeking diverse voices to represent groups within Oregon’s Early Learning system. Committee members may include: 

  • Families
  • Child Care Providers, including those who accept subsidy 
  • Child Care Provider Union representatives 
  • Child Care Resource & Referral representatives  
  • Early Learning Hub representatives 
  • Representatives from advocacy organizations 
  • Representatives from culturally specific, community-based organizations  
  • Tribal Nation representatives 

Participants will be reimbursed for their time dedicated to this RAC and will positively impact Oregon’s children, families, early learning programs, and communities. Applications are due April 18, 2025.  

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