During a time of historic COVID-related federal investment in child care and early education, states are working to leverage this opportunity to provide significant relief and recovery to providers and families. This fact sheet highlights the actions that select states have implemented to make the most of this critical time and opportunity. As parents continue to struggle to find child care and child care workforce shortages reduce their options, states must act quickly to commit their remaining relief funds and get them out the door, while supporting policy changes that set the stage for future federal investments. As states work toward these goals, they should consider principles and policy priorities for equitable implementation. The recommendations include: (1) Designing accessible and inclusive grant application processes; (2) Improving data systems to increase equity and understand needs; (3) Setting grant amounts that reflect adequate compensation, benefits, and address inequities; (4) Simplifying applications and supporting the true cost of providing care; (5) Funding supply-building activities; and (6) Connecting children and providers to mental health services. The state actions included in this brief highlight some of the impactful strategies states across the country are using to provide relief and recovery for child care providers and families with young children.