Summary
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a new plan to offer free and subsidized child care across the city. The program aims to provide child care for children as young as 2 years old and is expected to begin in areas with the greatest need. The plan, supported by Governor Kathy Hochul, looks to expand child care access citywide in the coming years.
Key Facts
- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani introduced a plan for free and subsidized child care.
- The plan includes funding for child care for children as young as 2 years old.
- The initiative is part of Mamdani's campaign promises, including rent stabilization.
- This plan is a joint effort with New York Governor Kathy Hochul for statewide access.
- The budget for the new child care initiative will be proposed by April 1.
- The goal is to provide child care for an additional 100,000 children.
- The full plan could cost between $6 billion and $15 billion annually.
- The program will first target high-need areas and aim to expand citywide.
