child care

Sen. Britt emphasizes child care issues in hearing with labor secretary

During a Senate hearing, Britt pressed the labor secretary on child care reform, highlighting its impact on workforce participation and economic growth.

Alex Jobin

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May 30, 2025

Britt speaks on Senate floor to rally support for bipartisan child care bill

Her bipartisan bill seeks to expand tax credits and support for families and businesses to address the national child care crisis.

Alex Jobin

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May 16, 2025

Sen. Britt joins Sen. Tim Kaine to propose bipartisan child care plan

The Child Care Availability and Affordability Act would increase the size of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit and make it refundable.

Alex Jobin

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March 31, 2025

VOICES: Alabama Kids Count Data Book showcases consequences of economic inequality

Focused on the economy, the latest report from VOICES for Alabama’s Children argues improving children’s welfare requires addressing economic inequality.

Chance Phillips

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February 19, 2025

Sen. Britt introduces ambitious, bipartisan child care legislation

The bills Britt introduced would increase tax credits for working families purchasing child care and help subsidize childcare workers’ wages.

Chance Phillips

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August 1, 2024

Alabama DHR announces final round of child care stability grants

Starting Monday, July 15, DHR will be accepting applications for Child Care Stability grants.

July 11, 2024

Historic Alabama Child Care Tax Credit Bill Clears Final Legislative Hurdle

The bill now awaits Gov. Kay Ivey's consideration and signature.

May 8, 2024

Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care

The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force.

Josh Moon

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April 24, 2024

Alabama DHR announces new round of child care bonuses

Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for a bonus of $3,000 for full-time employees.

Jacob Holmes

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April 17, 2024