child care aware of america supported the bill, saying that it is "time to strengthen minimum protections for children," which they believed the reauthorization and amendments would do. the organization supported having background checks on workers, requiring training basic cpr and health training, and holding unannounced inspections. afterschool alliance also supported the bill, saying "it is important to emphasize the value of quality school-age child care to achieve positive outcomes for children, including improved academic performance, work habits and study skills.