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Investing in Families
We must invest in policies that ensure parents have the resources they need to access well-paying jobs to support their families and secure a brighter future for their children.
These policies include:
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Promoting Access to Affordable, High-Quality Childcare & PreK: Access to affordable, high-quality childcare and early childhood education is essential for children's development and parents' ability to work and pursue education. We must advance policies that expand access to affordable childcare options, increase funding for early childhood education programs, and support childcare providers with fair wages and professional development opportunities.
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Supporting Working Parents: No one should have to choose between caring for a loved one and earning a paycheck. We need policies that guarantee paid family and medical leave for all workers, allowing individuals to take time off to care for a new child, address their own health needs, or support a family member in times of illness or crisis.
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Securing Safe, Affordable Housing: Access to safe, stable, and affordable housing is a fundamental need for families. We need policies that increase affordable housing options, protect tenants' rights, and address housing discrimination to ensure that all families have access to safe and affordable housing they deserve.
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Combatting Food Insecurity: Hunger should never be a barrier to a child's success. We must back policies that address food insecurity, increase access to nutritious food options, and strengthen nutrition assistance programs to ensure that families have the resources they need to thrive.