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New Mexico Unveils Universal Child Care Program by 2025
10/9/2025
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Story summary
- New Mexico will launch a universal child care program on November 1, 2025, providing government-funded care to all parents.
- The plan grew from grassroots organizing by OLÉ to address high child care costs and poverty.
- Grisham announced expanded coverage, aligning with voters' wishes for affordable child care.
- Wages for child care workers will range from $18 to $21 per hour.
