60% of Wisconsin childcare providers operate below capacity due to staff shortages, risking 33,000 children's care and 2,110 program closures.

A Wisconsin survey reveals that nearly 60% of childcare providers are operating below capacity due to staff shortages, potentially leaving 33,000 children without care. Governor Tony Evers proposed over $340 million for the Child Care Counts Program in his 2023-25 budget, which Republicans have cut. Low wages for childcare workers contribute to staffing issues, risking closures of 2,110 programs and significant economic impacts statewide.

September 16, 2024
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