Three different counties are officially getting the green light for free child care. This means that BEFORE Universal Pre-K, childcare will be free for newborns to 3 years old.
Governor Kathy Hochl made the announcement on New York State website:
As part of her $4.5 billion investment to deliver statewide universal child care, Governor Hochul today announced the State will partner with Dutchess County, Monroe County and Broome County in a new State pilot program to help counties offer additional child care options in their communities. This pilot program will include a total of $60 million in State funding, along with new investments from each of the three counties, as they expand child care access with a particular focus on serving children 0-3…