Childcare Cliff: Hundreds of Utah Families Face Losing Subsidies

KSL News Daily

Childcare Cliff: Hundreds of Utah Families Face Losing Subsidies

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Published on Aug 31, 2026, 5:03:00 AM
Total time: 00:18:54

Episode Description
More than 900 Utah families are about to lose critical childcare assistance after federal funding cuts. On today's episode, Maria Shilaos takes a closer look at what the loss of subsidies means for working parents, childcare providers and the future of affordable childcare in Utah. She's joined by KSL Newsradio's Heather Peterson and Christina Robles the founder of the Utah Community Coalition for Childcare.
 
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