A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to reporting on payments to early childhood care and education providers

This local law, Int. No. 203, amends the administrative code of the City of New York by adding a new chapter requiring the Department of Education (DOE) to submit monthly reports on payments made to early childhood care and education providers with whom the DOE has contracted. The reports will detail:

• The total number and value of invoices received.
• The number and value of invoices paid in full.
• The number and value of invoices paid partially.
• The number and value of invoices not yet paid.
• The average number of days to process invoices.
• The percentage of invoices processed for full payment.
• The percentage of invoices processed for partial payment.

The law takes effect immediately and requires the reports to be submitted to the Mayor and the Speaker of the Council, and posted on the DOE's website. The fiscal impact statement estimates no additional costs, as DOE will use existing resources.

This legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability in how the city pays its contracted early childhood care and education providers. Residents can expect better visibility into payment processing times and backlogs, potentially leading to more timely payments for providers and improved stability for essential childcare services.

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