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Council introduces multi-part childcare package: navigator, grants, scholarships and contract protections
Summary
Councilmembers introduced and reported favorable committee action on multiple bills to expand childcare access in Prince George's County: CB 14 (navigator and strategic plan), CB 15 (facilities grant/loan program as amended), CB 16 (Early Start scholarships), and CB 18 (consumer contract protections). Committees voted favorably and sponsors said the measures address a shrinking supply and rising cost of childcare.
Prince George's County Council introduced a suite of childcare measures on March 31 aimed at expanding capacity, improving access and protecting families in childcare contracts.
CB 14-2026 would establish a county childcare navigator, require a strategic plan and annual reporting, and streamline the use of public facilities for before- and after-school care. Committee staff said the bill responds to a "significant decrease in childcare availability and a large increase in childcare costs in the county." (Committee staff)
CB 15-…
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