Childcare for Every Family: No One Left Behind

• Every child deserves a strong start in life, and every parent deserves the opportunity to work, pursue an education, or build a career knowing their child is safe and thriving. As your next State Senator, I will fight to make quality childcare affordable, accessible, and available for every Michigan family. Childcare shouldn't be a barrier to opportunity; it should be a foundation for success.

Affordable, Accessible, Quality Childcare​

• Lower Childcare Costs – I'll fight to reduce the financial burden on families by expanding childcare assistance, increasing tax credits, and investing in affordable childcare options.

• Expand Access – I'll work to eliminate childcare deserts, increase the number of licensed childcare providers, and ensure families in urban, suburban, and rural communities have access to quality care.

• Support Childcare Providers – I'll advocate for better wages, workforce development, and sustainable funding so providers can recruit and retain qualified early childhood educators.

Strong Starts for Every Child ​

• Invest in Early Learning – Every child deserves access to high-quality early childhood education that prepares them for lifelong success before they enter kindergarten.

• Support Working Families – I'll fight for policies that give parents the flexibility they need, including expanded paid family leave and childcare options that accommodate nontraditional work schedules.

• Strengthen Families & Communities – Affordable childcare helps parents remain in the workforce, strengthens local businesses, grows Michigan's economy, and gives every child the opportunity to thrive.