Maine lawmakers consider ‘braided approach’ to improving cost, accessibility of child care

By: AnnMarie Hilton

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: January 21, 2026

Words: 469

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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Maine lawmakers are considering a suite of legislation to address the child care shortage experienced by families across the state.

The Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee heard two of these proposals during a public hearing Wednesday afternoon. Senate President Mattie Daughtry (D-Cumberland) introduced LD 1414, which would offer grants for providers who offer off-hour care and increase support for a state subsidy program to help Mainers afford the cost of care.

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