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December 10, 2024

Child Care Sector Packs a Big Economic Punch: Contributes $152 Billion to Economy & Supports 2.2 Million Jobs

By Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board (CED)

NEW YORK, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Affordable and accessible child care continues to be an economic force multiplier—helping parents stay in the labor force, reducing poverty rates, and spurring

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