Affordable Child Care, Living Wages for Staff, and Universal Free Preschool
This bill limits child care costs for families to a maximum of 7% of their income and makes it completely free for households earning not more than 85% of the state median income. It establishes a universal free preschool program for 3- and 4-year-olds while ensuring child care workers receive living wages comparable to elementary school teachers.
Key points
Families earning not more than 85% of the state median income pay nothing for child care, while others pay a maximum of 7% of their income.
Creation of a universal, free preschool program available to all 3- and 4-year-old children.
Mandates that child care workers receive a living wage and compensation equivalent to elementary school educators.
Provides grants to child care providers to improve quality, safety, and expand the number of available slots.
Status:
Introduced
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