S113
An Act relative to child care cost transparency
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Bill overview
This bill would require private early education and care programs in Massachusetts to publicly post their child care rates on their websites. The goal is to increase transparency around child care costs, making it easier for families to compare options and understand the expenses associated with different programs. This legislation aims to help families make informed decisions about childcare and potentially promote greater affordability. The bill was referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities and subsequently discharged to the committee on Education.
Key provisions
- Private early education and care programs must display child care rates on their websites.
- The rates displayed must be readily accessible to the public.
- The bill seeks to improve transparency in the child care sector.
- The legislation applies to all private programs, not just those receiving public funding.
Who is affected
- Families with young children
- Private early education and care programs
- Child care providers
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Bill S.113 194th (Current)
An Act relative to child care cost transparency
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 113) of Julian Cyr for legislation to require all private early education and care programs to publicly display child care rates on their website. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Presenter: Julian Cyr
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.113
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 3/24/2025 | Senate | Discharged to the committee on Education |
| 3/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2792 |
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