Posts Tagged ‘monitoring waiver’
Off-site Monitoring in FY26
In Fiscal Year 2026, at least 20 States have submitted waiver requests to USDA to allow one monitoring visit to be conducted off-site for family day care homes. Read more to see which states have applied, and which states have requested additional waivers.
Read MoreJanuary Policy Update
Since our last policy updated, there has been new legislation introduced, waivers approved, guidance released, as well as an Interim Final Rule for SFSP rural, non-congregate feeding. There have also been multiple research papers published regarding the CACFP. Check out the recent policy updates below!
Read MoreOff-Site Monitoring Waiver: Oregon Case Study
USDA has the authority to waive on-site monitoring requirements for the CACFP. State Agencies can submit a 12(l) waiver application to USDA in order to allow for off-site monitoring flexibilities in their state. Oregon was the first state to submit an application and the first state to be approved! Read about their approved waiver.
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