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Hochul Backs Mamdani's Universal Child Care Initiative

12/29/2025

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Governor Kathy Hochul voiced strong support for incoming Mayor Zohran Mamdani's universal child care plan.
She said their priorities align and would help make child care affordable for families.
Hochul will include state-funded universal child care in her 2026 agenda, discussed with Mamdani.
She did not specify funding or whether the program would be statewide or citywide, noting financing details will come in the State of the State.

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Governor Kathy Hochul voiced strong support for incoming Mayor Zohran Mamdani's universal child care plan.
She said their priorities align and would help make child care affordable for families.
Hochul will include state-funded universal child care in her 2026 agenda, discussed with Mamdani.
She did not specify funding or whether the program would be statewide or citywide, noting financing details will come in the State of the State.