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flag Troy Jackson proposes universal, affordable child care in Maine, capping costs at 7% of income and targeting underserved areas.

flag Gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson has proposed a universal child care plan for Maine that would limit family costs to no more than 7% of income, with lower-income families paying less. flag The plan aims to expand child care provider capacity and reduce shortages in underserved areas, known as “child care deserts.” Experts say affordable, quality care boosts workforce participation, reduces economic losses—estimated at over $120 billion nationally annually—and improves children’s development, school readiness, and long-term outcomes.

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