New Mexico is the first state to promise free child care for all families
New Mexico will save families an average of $12,000 per child annually by removing income eligibility requirements and waiving copayments to support economic growth and child development.
- New Mexico will become the first U.S. state to guarantee free child care for all families, regardless of income level, starting in November.
- The new program is expected to save families an average of $12,000 per child per year, according to the governor's office.
- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham stated that investing in universal child care will provide financial relief to families, support the economy, and ensure every child has the opportunity to grow and thrive.
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New Mexico Is the First State To Offer Free Universal Child Care
Does this mean others could follow suit?Parents/FatCamera via gettyKey TakeawaysNew Mexico will offer free child care to nearly all families starting November 2025, helping parents focus on work, school, and family without the stress of high costs.This program covers children from birth to age 5 and is funded by a stable public trust, allowing care to stay high-quality and accessible over time.Experts say universal child care not only saves fami…
The governor of New Mexico promises free and universal child care for families of all income levels. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced her plans this week, saying she wants to take advantage of the unexpected financial gain from oil and gas production to help more parents by removing the state’s income eligibility limit as of November 1. Rules for the program are being defined and legislators still have to approve funding, but New Mexico is …
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WXXV 25New Mexico is the first state to promise free child care for all families
New Mexico's governor plans to leverage a financial windfall from oil and gas production to bankroll free child care for families of all income levels. Gov.
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