New research shows “family, friend and neighbor” (FFN) childcare providers with higher levels of education or training are more likely to have the skills to provide higher quality care for children, resulting in improved health and safety, and richer learning experiences. Around 6,200 FFN providers care for approximately 13,600 children eligible for child care subsidies […]
State investments in training make a difference for child care providers
February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment
We won – now what? What Race to the Top funding means for early learning in WA
January 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Research shows that a significant portion of children’s learning and brain development occurs in the first five years. While the Washington State Constitution (Article IX) states that “It is the paramount duty of the state to make ample provision for the education of all children residing within its borders, without distinction or preference on account […]
Will multi-billion dollar tax loopholes in Washington’s budget go to the ballot?
April 26, 2011 By 2 Comments
By Gary Burris, EOI Senior Policy Associate State legislators are floating new proposals to end billions of dollars in tax loopholes now on the books, in an effort to curb $5 billion in projected cuts to education, health care and other services. With about half of the Senate Democrats in attendance, a group of Senators […]
In difficult year WA legislature passes bills to protect homeowners, encourage savings
April 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
By Gary Burris, Senior Policy Associate With the current state budget shortfall, federal budget deficits and looming cuts in vital services, it’s easy to miss a few of the good things that are happening in our state legislature. Specifically, several bills currently on their way to the Governor’s desk will increase consumer protection for homeowners […]
