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SB 310

Children: child care; tri-share child care program; establish. Amends 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111 - 722.128) by adding sec. 6b.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mallory McMorrow

SB 310 establishes a tri-share child care cost-sharing program in Michigan, restructuring how child care expenses are distributed among stakeholders.

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Bill Summary · SB 310

Legislative bill overview

SB 310 would establish a "tri-share child care program" in Michigan by amending the state's child care licensing act. The bill creates a new framework (Section 6b) within existing child care regulations, though the specific details of how the tri-share model works are not provided in this summary document.

Why is this important

Child care access and affordability directly affect workforce participation, family economic stability, and child development outcomes. Any new program structure could impact how child care costs are distributed among families, providers, and potentially the state, affecting thousands of Michigan families and the early childhood education sector.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost-sharing mechanism unclear: Without knowing the specific tri-share breakdown (who pays what portion), it's difficult to assess whether this benefits or burdens families, providers, or taxpayers
  • Provider participation requirements: The bill may impose new obligations on child care facilities that could affect their operations, staffing, or profitability
  • Equity and access concerns: Whether the program adequately serves low-income families, rural areas, or infants/toddlers—populations with the greatest child care gaps

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

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