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An Executive Order from the Nebraska’s Governor’s Office was formulated in an attempt to increase access to child care for parents in infrastructure-critical roles during the COVID-19 crisis by temporarily easing or suspending certain licensing and regulatory procedures governing child care. First Five Nebraska questions the solution the Order offers on two main points. Read More
COVID-19 has put a profound strain on Nebraska's early childhood and child care professionals. We've compiled the latest information on state and federal unemployment insurance benefits to help early childhood professionals protect their financial security during this national crisis. Read More
This week, First Five Nebraska and allies contacted Nebraska's federal delegates with policy proposals for financial lifelines that could help keep more of our state's child care programs viable in the months ahead. Read More
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First Five Nebraska and allies submitted policy suggestions to state agency leaders this week to offset the social and economic impact of COVID-19 on families and communities by reinforcing the state's early childhood infrastructure. Read More
The COVID-19 emergency has put a profound strain on Nebraska's early childhood small businesses. This guide provides information on state and federal programs that can help small business owners cope with the pandemic.
Read MoreSr. Policy Associate Elizabeth Everett spoke recently at a gathering of Gage County leaders on creating a high-quality child care infrastructure to develop, attract and anchor a much-needed up-and-coming workforce in Beatrice and Gage County.
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