Maine Senate Passes Child Care Affordability Bill
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LD 1728, a bill aiming to enhance child care affordability in Maine, has passed the Senate and is now awaiting Governor Janet Mills decision. The bill caps out-of-pocket costs for subsidized families and increases payments to providers, all without requiring additional state funds. The key change lowers the family copay limit to 7% of household income for those earning up to 85% of Maines median income, down from the current 10% cap. This move targets working parents struggling with rising costs. The bill also allows health officials to waive or cut fees further for the lowest earners, plus foster children, homeless families, and kids with disabilities. Providers would receive higher reimbursements for subsidy slots than regular rates. Governor Mills has ten days to act, potentially easing child care burdens for thousands of Maine households.
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