OCCP News

The latest news, updates, and stories impacting military families. Stay informed on child care programs, policy developments, and the work OCCP is doing to support military families nationwide.

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Military Families Need the Process Before the Announcement

October 29, 2026

Since 2024, OCCP has asked defense officials to let military families use fee assistance at license-exempt child care programs, including the religiously exempt centers many states already recognize. We filed a formal comment in 2025, and the...

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Guardians of Childhood: Kayla Corbitt’s Mission with Operation Child Care Project

As a military spouse, balancing the demands of life while your partner is deployed is often a struggle. You’re trying to manage a...

Media | Interviews

Sep 25, 20241 min read

4 Ways The Operation Child Care Project Is Breaking Barriers and Changing Lives

When it comes to the lives of military families, few challenges are as frustrating—and as life-altering—as child care. Military spouses...

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Sep 25, 20241 min read

The Ripple Effect of Child Care Access on Military Spouse Mental Health

Military spouses are often hailed as the unsung heroes of military life. They manage households, support their families through frequent...

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Sep 25, 20242 min read