Cities Increase Taxes to Fund Child Care, Transforming Lives and Local Economies
Recent tax measures in several cities have significantly expanded access to child care, providing economic relief and educational opportunities for low-income families.
- In New Orleans, a property tax increase has funded over 1,000 new child care seats, dramatically aiding low-income families.
- Anchorage, Alaska, utilizes marijuana sales tax to generate over $5 million annually for early childhood programs.
- Texas offers tax relief to child care providers, allowing local governments to exempt these centers from some property taxes.
- Programs like City Seats in New Orleans have enabled parents to pursue education and careers, significantly altering their economic situations.
- Child care funding initiatives have become more focused on infants and toddlers, reflecting a shift in policy priorities.
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