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Pennsylvania Boosts Child Care Worker Bonuses in 2026-27 Budget
Original: Supporting Child Care Workers & Families and Investing in PA’s Economy: Shapiro Administration Highlights $5 Million Increase in 2026-27 Budget for Child Care Recruitment and Retention Bonuses
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's administration is highlighting a $5 million increase in the 2026-27 state budget dedicated to recruitment and retention bonuses for child care workers. Officials frame the funding as support for both child care professionals and families, while also strengthening Pennsylvania's economy by helping parents stay in the workforce amid persistent staffing shortages in the sector.
Why now: The Shapiro administration is promoting the new child care funding as part of its budget rollout.
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- Supporting Child Care Workers & Families and Investing in PA’s Economy: Shapiro Administration Highlights $5 Million Increase in 2026-27 Budget for Child Care Recruitment and Retention Bonuses · Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov)
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