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NYC Makes Childcare Free for 22K Families | New York City News
New York City is making childcare completely free for over 22,000 families using low-cost vouchers, covering all extra weekly costs starting next month — a $5.2 million first-year investment aimed at easing financial strain so parents can stay in the city without sacrificing their kids’ care. This builds on a new preschool program for 2-year-olds launching this fall, offering free, full-year extended-day care. With more than 16,000 families on a waitlist and state-funded vouchers capped at $15/week for qualifying families (earning under $140K/year), the city is pledging another $6 million to…
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