Governor Inslee's budget may delay public child care and preschool expansion, sparking concern.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee's budget proposal may delay the expansion of public child care and preschool programs, initially set for 2025 and 2026, by several years. The proposal focuses on increasing provider pay but could reduce affordable access for thousands of children. This decision has sparked concerns among child care providers and educators who advocate for the expansion to meet growing demand.

December 31, 2024
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