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State of Babies Yearbook 2019: Data for Policymakers and Advocates
The state where a baby is born makes a big difference in their chances for a strong start in life. For the first time, ZERO TO THREE and Child Trends are telling the state-by-state story of America’s babies. The data can be used by policymakers and advocates to identify and act on the challenges facing the youngest members of society.
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No motorcycle-riding tots, but plenty of tired parents
News article from Roll Call highlighting Strolling Thunder rally, families’ stories and issues related to paid leave access and health care expenses.
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Opinion: Colorado Babies Cry Out for Policy Changes
Op-ed from ZERO TO THREE Chief Policy Officer Myra Jones-Taylor and Charlotte Brantley, President & CEO of Think Babies state partner Clayton Early Learning discussing the State of Babies Yearbook 2019 and the need for policies and investments to support infants, toddlers and their families in Colorado.
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“Strolling Thunder” Hits Washington
Video from NBC news highlights families’ stories from Strolling Thunder 2019 and their legislative asks, especially access to paid leave.
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The Real Problem With Paid Family Leave is How to Fund It
Bloomberg article highlighting families’ efforts to advocate for paid leave as part of Strolling Thunder and discussing Democratic and Republican bills and funding mechanisms.
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Kids Count Outlines Priorities for Early Years Development
Article from Providence Journal outlines the 2019 policy priorities of Think Babies state partner Rhode Island Kids Count.
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Murphy Directs $38 Million for Infant and Child Care Support
Article from Press of Atlantic City discusses the investment of new federal CCDBG funding to support infant child care and features Think Babies state partner Advocates for Children of New Jersey.
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State Lawmakers Can Make a Difference for Today’s Babies
Article from Insider NJ covering the expansion of New Jersey’s paid family leave law and features Think Babies state partner Advocates for Children of New Jersey discussing the importance of comprehensive paid family leave for child development.
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Child Care Access Now Act Passes State House
Coverage by KEPR of progress of HB 1344, the Washington Child Care Access Now Act, which directs the development of a plan to provide universal access to quality affordable child care by 2025. It features Think Babies state partner, Children’s Alliance.
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State Early Childcare Program Falls Short for Parents
News story from WRAL TV features Think Babies state partner organization North Carolina Early Education Coalition discussing the need for increased investments in child care.
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Strollers Descend on Raleigh to Push for Policies Supporting Infants and Toddlers
Article from Education NC provides a summary of North Carolina’s second Strolling Thunder event held on April 8, 2019 by Think Babies state partner organizations the North Carolina Early Education Coalition and Child Care Services Association.
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