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New Mexico to become the first state to offer universal child care
September 12, 2025/
The program may offer a blueprint for other states on an issue that was prominent during the 2024 campaign.
“Child care is essential to family stability, workforce participation, and New Mexico’s future prosperity,” Lujan Grisham said in a statement announcing the expanded program Monday. “By investing in universal child care, we are giving families financial relief, supporting our economy, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow and thrive.”
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