• Issues
  • Caregiving and Families

    • Child Care

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    Data are shown for 2023. Data Source: ChildCare Aware.
    Data are shown for 2023. Data Source: ChildCare Aware.
    Earnings data represent individuals aged 16 and above who work full-time year-round (FTYR). Data are shown for 2019-2023. Data Sources: ChildCare Aware, American Community Survey.
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    Earnings data represent individuals aged 16 and above who work full-time year-round (FTYR). Data are shown for 2019-2023. Data Sources: ChildCare Aware, American Community Survey.
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    Data are shown for 2023. Data source: National Institute for Early Education Research
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    Policy

    Updated January 26, 2026
    Paid leave refers to compensated time off workers may need to take for various reasons, including health or caregiving purposes.
    Paid sick time laws guarantee workers time off for short-term illness, injury, medical treatment, or to care for the health of a loved one.
    Refundable child tax credits—or tax credits available as a refund even if you do not owe any state taxes—can cover critical expenses related to raising a family, reduce hardship, and help alleviate poverty among women and their families.

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