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NY A00490
Bill
Status
1/5/2011
Primary Sponsor
Vanessa Gibson
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AI Summary
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Establishes a comprehensive study of the economic impact of childcare and early education programs on New York State's economy, covering programs for children aged 0-4 and after-school programs for children aged 5-12
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Study must evaluate the childcare sector as an economic sector, including number of workers employed, industry gross receipts, goods and services purchased, and federal dollars flowing to the state
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Study must assess how available childcare enables parents to work, attend educational programs, reduce workplace absenteeism, and attract businesses to the state
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Study must analyze demographic data to identify gaps between childcare needs and available resources, including analysis of costs, availability, and eligibility for state or federal aid
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Department must report study results to the Governor and Legislature by January 1, 2012, with the act taking effect July 1 following enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes the "childcare and early education sector on the economy act" to study the economic impact on the state economy of quality childcare and early education programs for children aged 0-4, and afterschool programs for children aged 5-12.
Last Action
referred to economic development
1/5/2011