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Federal Cash for Stay-at-Home Parents | Orlando News
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Trump’s team is pushing a bold new plan: federal child care subsidies for married couples where one parent stays home — up to $9,000 per kid annually. Tapping into the decades-old Child Care and Development Fund, this would be the first time the government pays parents to stay home. But critics warn it could worsen the child care crisis by diverting funds from working families and providers. Requirements include marriage, 35+ hours of work for the employed spouse, and income eligibility that varies by state — leaving single parents and unmarried couples out. The proposal’s impact on existing programs and family support is sparking fierce debate.
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