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Pennsylvania's newest budget includes a $25 million line item for a Child Care Staff Recruitment and Retention Program.

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November 20, 2025

Child care workers make $25M appearance in budget

By CHRISTINA LENGYEL The Center Square

HARRISBURG — In a belated but nevertheless jubilant victory lap for the newest Pennsylvania budget...

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