NC lawmakers propose using voucher funds, sports betting proceeds for childcare subsidies

By: Clayton Henkel

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: May 6, 2026

Words: 852

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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North Carolina Rep. Beth Helfrich (D-Mecklenburg), a mother of five, recalls when three of her children were under age 5, and finding affordable childcare seemed impossible.

“My husband and I tried just about every arrangement that you can imagine — part-time work, job sharing, staying home, preschool, nanny care, nanny shares, and full-time daycare centers,” said Helfrich. “And we are among the lucky ones. Even so, it has been complicated.”

For far too many families …

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