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S 113

An Act relative to child care cost transparency

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Julian Cyr

Massachusetts bill requires child care providers to publicly disclose pricing, fees, and cost structures to help parents compare options and understand affordability.

Accompanied a study order, see S2792
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Bill Summary · S 113

Legislative bill overview

S 113 requires child care providers in Massachusetts to disclose pricing information, fees, and cost structures transparently to parents and the public. The bill aims to create standardized information availability so families can compare child care options and understand the full cost of services before enrollment.

Why is this important

Child care is one of the largest household expenses for working families, yet pricing practices often lack transparency, making it difficult for parents to budget or compare providers. Better cost transparency can help families make informed decisions, potentially increase competition among providers based on pricing, and highlight affordability gaps in the child care market.

Potential points of contention

  • Provider burden: Child care operators may argue that standardized disclosure requirements create administrative costs and compliance complexity, particularly for smaller facilities
  • Competitive concerns: Some providers may resist public price disclosure, viewing it as competitively sensitive information that could disadvantage smaller or niche providers
  • Scope and enforcement: Unclear definitions of what constitutes "transparency" (online posting, standardized formats, frequency of updates) and who enforces compliance could create implementation challenges

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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