A renewed attempt to improve Missouri’s early childcare access has three tax credits that aim to do three things. Alisa Nelson talks to St. Joseph Representative Brenda Shields, who says her bill is designed to help families better access childcare, help providers...
Gov. Mike Kehoe has delivered his first State of the State address, outlining his budget agenda and policy priorities. Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, R-Shelbina, said that Republicans and the Kehoe Administration are going to work together on public...
Missouri’s struggle is real when it comes to access to childcare and St. Joseph Representative Brenda Shields, is sponsoring a childcare tax credit package to help solve the problem. Alisa Nelson talks to Brenda, who says “We cannot let down the...
Missouri’s lack of daycare options will once again be a hot topic when lawmakers return to Jefferson City for the 2024 legislative session. A survey published two years ago by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry says 28% of respondents claim they or someone...
To hear the Show Me Today interview with Wendy Doyle, of United Women’s Empowerment, click below. Since the start of the pandemic, about 400 Missouri childcare providers have closed with no plans to reopen. That’s according to United Women’s Empowerment, a Missouri...
