Child Care Workforce Act: Boosting Wages and Access to Quality Care
This new act establishes a pilot program to enhance the supply and quality of child care services. It aims to provide funding to states and Indian Tribes to supplement the wages of child care workers, thereby attracting and retaining staff and increasing the availability of affordable child care for families.
Key points
Higher wages for child care workers: The act provides grants to states and tribes to supplement the wages of child care workers, potentially improving their financial well-being.
Increased access to care: By attracting more child care workers, the program aims to address shortages in child care services, especially in high-need areas.
Improved quality of services: Better working conditions and wages are expected to contribute to an overall improvement in the quality of child care services provided.
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