In quotes: “the first mother to serve as Governor of New York” announces a $500 million investment in child care

“As the first mother to serve as Governor of New York, I know first-hand the impact that the lack of affordable child care can have on a family.”

“Child care is truly at the foundation of New York’s success, which is why it is central to our work to make the state more affordable and more livable. I’m proud of the investments in child care we have made in this Budget to make care more accessible for families, grow our workforce, and make a down payment on the future of our state.”

— Governor Kathy Hochul, “Governor Hochul Announces $500 Million Investment in FY 2024 Budget to Bolster New York’s Child Care Workforce,” New York State news release, May 31, 2023