Background: Child care subsidies are provided through the Child Care Development Block Grant, a federal program. States are charged with administering the program to help support families with accessible, affordable, … Read More
Background: Family child care plays an important role in the child care landscape, though often gets less attention when it comes to policy discussions. When selecting child care, parents may consider their own beliefs and values, the child care options in their own community, and their ability to afford the options that are available to … Read More
Background: The National Institute for Early Education Research has identified a framework that outlines critical components for enhancing infant and toddler development and well-being. This framework is grounded in developmental … Read More
Background: On June 20, 2023, lawmakers united together and passed Vermont’s most comprehensive child care bill into law. The 2023 Child Care Bill - Act 76 - makes Vermont's child care system one of the most expansive in the nation. The bill promises to stabilize Vermont’s child care sector and make a quantum leap forward … Read More
Background: Compensation for early care and education professionals has long lagged behind that of K-12 educators, despite the critical role they play in supporting children and families. At the same time, addressing low pay is complicated by the already high cost of child care for families. Washington, D.C.'s Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund offers … Read More