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Forever Young Child Care Center in Manchester, Connecticut, abruptly closes, leaving families in a bind. The states Early Childhood Education Endowment, aimed at creating affordable child care slots, faces a major shortfall due to vanishing federal aid and soaring Medicaid costs. Budget experts point to lost corporate tax revenues from federal changes as another factor. Parents and advocates express concerns about low pay for workers and limited spots. State leaders, including Governor Ned Lamonts team, are committed to the vision but face economic uncertainty. Options to boost child care funding include tapping pension savings or adjusting tax relief proposals.

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