A major takeaway from our recent report on child fatalities is that the single most effective way to reduce child maltreatment is to reduce the strains caused by poverty.
Governor Walz’ budget has more proposals to do this than at any time in decades. It increases early learning scholarships by $90 million annually, adds $353 million to strengthen the overstretched and underpaid childcare network, and adds $12.5 million in family home visiting slots. All of these will help reduce child abuse and neglect.
In upcoming emails we will ask our Minnesota supporters to encourage their state Representative and Senator to support these bills as they move through committees. Our emails include a sample message and a link connecting you directly to your own elected officials. Please send them! Be a part of pushing these long-awaited resources over the finish line!
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