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Senate passes major housing affordability bill by Elizabeth Warren and Tim Scott
As reported by NBC news, the U.S. Senate has passed a major bipartisan housing affordability bill led by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Tim Scott, marking one of the most significant federal efforts in years to address the nation’s housing shortage. The legislation...
New Mexico is making child care free for all working parents. Why isn’t Colorado?
A recent The Colorado Sun article explores how New Mexico became the first state in the nation to offer free child care to all working families, regardless of income—an ambitious policy designed to reduce financial strain, boost workforce participation, and support...
Colorado Sun Article: Colorado women earn 81 cents on every dollar earned by men, and child care costs are making it worse
Colorado women working full time are making 80.9 cents on the dollar compared to men, and compounded by other inequalities over the course of a career, that adds up to a retirement income that falls short.
Bennet sits down with Routt County leaders to discuss local affordability challenges
Roundtable highlights stories of housing insecurity, child care strain, health care gaps A recent Steamboat Pilot & Today article covering U.S. Senator Michael Bennet’s visit to Routt County highlighted how local voices are shaping the conversation about...
Colorado Sun Article: Ballot measure to boost child care funding in Garfield, Pitkin, Eagle counties headed to victory
A proposal to create a 0.25% sales tax in Garfield and Pitkin counties and a portion of Eagle County was winning decisively in all three counties. The measure aims to establish the Confluence Early Childhood Development Special Service District, Colorado’s first Early...