LINCOLN- Child care advocates on Tuesday launched a campaign to build awareness of a new Nebraska tax credit package described as a state and national milestone for both the industry and parents.

“This is the most expansive and most robust tax credit program that’s available for the child care industry and for parents in the United States,” said Elizabeth Everett, deputy director of First Five Nebraska.

Between 2022 and 2023, First Five statistics show a 30% turnover in the total early childhood workforce. Over the past five years, the state has seen a 12% decline in licensed child care programs. Home-based child care centers, which make up the bulk of providers, declined by a reported 16%.

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