"New Mexico has become the first state in the country to guarantee universal child care to families residing in the state. New Mexico families will be eligible for free child care for infants and toddlers starting Nov. 1, no matter their incomes. The groundbreaking initiative will require no co-pays from families. The typical New Mexico family is expected to save over $12,000 per child annually with the initiative."
"New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said in a , "By investing in universal child care, we are giving families financial relief, supporting our economy, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow and thrive." The governor is requesting an additional $120 million in funding at the next legislative session to help fund the initiative. Some state Republicans, however, are questioning giving higher-income families free child care, calling it "nannies for millionaires.""
Universal free child care for infants and toddlers will begin Nov. 1 for all New Mexico resident families regardless of income, with no co-pays. The typical New Mexico family is expected to save over $12,000 per child annually. An additional $120 million in funding has been requested for the next legislative session to support the program. Some state Republicans criticized providing free child care to higher-income families, calling it "nannies for millionaires." The state faces a shortage of child care workers and is increasing recruitment, offering incentives and boosting pay, including a minimum $18 per hour for entry-level staff, to strengthen the workforce and model the program for other states.
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