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Connecticut Makes a Historic Investment in Early Childhood Education
More than $700 million is now invested in the Connecticut Early Childhood Education Endowment, marking a transformational step toward a stronger child care system for families, providers, and children across our state. Connecticut has reached a historic milestone for early childhood education. Governor Ned Lamont recently announced an additional $411.7 million investment in the Connecticut Early Childhood Education Endowment, bringing the fund's total value to more than $700
Connecticut Maintained Momentum on Child Care This Session
As Connecticut’s legislative session comes to a close, Child Care for CT wants to extend gratitude to every parent, provider, educator, employer, and advocate who raised their voice for child care this year. We want to thank the many legislators, including Governor Lamont, who made good on their promise to support the endowment by making the necessary deposit to keep it on track. Because of your advocacy and your care, we made meaningful progress together. Connecticut Made a
Finish Strong: Protect the Promise of the Early Childhood Endowment
Connecticut made a promise to families, child care providers, and our economy when it created the Early Childhood Education Endowment. Now, as the legislative session comes to a close, we have a critical opportunity to follow through. We know what works: early, sustained investment lowers long-term costs and strengthens the system for everyone. But current funding levels fall short of what’s needed to deliver on that promise. Without action, families risk losing access, provi
Connecticut Is Leading on Child Care—But the Work Isn’t Done
From left: CBIA President & CEO Chris DiPentima, State Senator Ceci Maher, Coalition Director Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman, Trinity College...
Connecticut’s Landmark 2025 Child-Care Bills: What Passed, Why It Matters, and How We Stack Up Nationally
If you missed the Governor's celebration of this legislation on June 11th, you can watch it here! 1. What Did the Legislature Just...
May News Roundup: Thousands Show Up, Lawmakers Take Notice
Group photo at the New Haven rally May marked a major moment for Connecticut’s child care movement. In the final weeks of the...
📣 April News Roundup: Connecticut Is at a Crossroads on Child Care
💬 “We’re not asking for a favor. We’re demanding a future.” — Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman April brought big headlines — and even bigger...
March News Roundup!
Over the past month, Connecticut has actively pursued legislative initiatives to enhance child care accessibility and affordability....
Child Care News Roundup: Tackling Connecticut’s Growing Child Care Crisis
Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman on the Wheelhouse on WNPR Welcome back to our news roundup, where we keep you informed about the latest news on...
The Workforce Child Care Bill is Here – A Game-Changer for Connecticut Families!
The Workforce Child Care Bill!! Big news for families, child care providers, and everyone who believes in a stronger Connecticut...
Child Care for CT Response to Governor Lamont's Budget
Governor Lamont Highlighting his plans for Early Care and Education Governor Lamont’s budget proposal takes a welcome step in the right...
What to Look for in the Governor's Budget Address
Governor Lamont from https://portal.ct.gov/ Tomorrow (Wednesday, February 5th, at noon), Governor Lamont will present his Connecticut...
New Report on CT's Fiscal Guardrails
Click here to access the report Connecticut’s “fiscal guardrails”—a set of revenue, spending, and borrowing caps—have played a major role...
The Child Care Crisis is Hurting Connecticut’s Economy
Investing in our state's child care system will benefit families, children, and the economy. Reposting from the Connecticut Project...
Child Care in the Spotlight: How 2025 Legislative Session is starting strong Highlighting Its Importance
Opening Day in Senate Chambers Child Care in the Spotlight: How 2025 Headlines Highlight Its Importance The 2025 legislative session in...
Advocates Praise Governor Lamont’s Changes to Child Care and Early Education Programs, Call for More Funding to Fix Connecticut’s Child Care Crisis
For Immediate Release : Thursday, October 3, 2024 Contact on behalf of Child Care for CT : Emma Woods, emma.woods@617mediagroup.com...
Early Childhood Bill Signing
Child Care for CT members joined advocates and lawmakers at the Friends Center for Children in New Haven for a bill signing on two...
Celebrating Success: Highlights from the 3rd Annual Morning Without Child Care
In a resounding display of solidarity and determination, thousands of advocates, parents, caregivers, educators, and allies came together...
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