U.S. Senator Katie Britt is leading bipartisan efforts to make childcare more affordable, with a focus on addressing issues faced by parents and families. She and Senator Tim Kaine introduced a two-bill package to lower the cost of childcare for families, including updating tax programs to reduce costs for parents and businesses. The Child Care Availability and Affordability Act would expand tax credits for families, increase deductions for child care expenses, and boost tax credits for businesses providing child care. The second bill, the Child Care Workforce Act, aims to boost pay for child care workers through a grant program. Britt is pushing to include provisions of these bills in the reconciliation package that addresses taxes and spending, as a way to help hard-working parents achieve their American dream. The reconciliation process allows the Senate to pass bills with a simple majority, and both chambers will need to agree on a resolution before it’s sent to the President. This is not Britt’s first attempt to address childcare affordability, as she and Senator Kaine introduced similar bills last Congress. With bipartisan support and a focus on empowering parents and businesses, these efforts could make a significant impact on childcare accessibility and affordability in America.
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