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FFYF Releases Legislative Priorities and Resources for 116th Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With the 116th Congress now in session, the First Five Years Fund (FFYF) has released its federal legislative agenda outlining priorities and opportunities for lawmakers to advance …

Report Highlights

New Report Details Early Childhood Education Reforms in Louisiana

A report from New America profiles Louisiana’s bipartisan efforts to transform early learning in the state. In 2012, Louisiana passed the Early Childhood Education Act, which provided a holistic approach …

Data & Analysis

CCDBG, a Program that Provides Vital Child Care Assistance, Celebrates 28th Birthday

Today, the Child Care and Development Block Grants (CCDBG) celebrates its 28th anniversary. Since November 1990, millions of children from low-income families have gained access to early learning environments, parents …

Policy Letters

FY19 Appropriations Coalition Thank You Letter

October 11, 2018 The Honorable Richard ShelbyUnited States Senate304 Russell Senate Office BuildingWashington, DC 20510 Dear Chairman Shelby, The Child Care and Early Learning Coalition appreciates the increased funding included …

Policy Letters

FFYF Comments to CCDBG Regulations

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