S. 173 (Lead Sponsor Sen. Sal DiDomenico) and H. 2898 (Lead Sponsor, Rep. John Scibek) would – if passed – ensure long term fair and reasonable rates of reimbursement. This legislation follows the example of Human Services Chapter 257 by calling for a process for revising the rate reserve process. Specifically, the legislation would instruct […]
The annual early education and after school programs State House Advocacy Day will be on Tuesday, April 4th. The day will kick-off at 10:30 AM with a rally on the fronts steps of the State House. The Association’s primary ask for our FY ’18 budget campaign will be a $36.4 Million rate reserve for program […]
“When taken at face value, early education and care may not seem like a business or labor issue. But make no mistake, it is.” ~House Speaker Robert DeLeo A group of business leaders has released its report “The Business Imperative for Early Education.” At a State House press conference, the group – convened by […]
Citing his unprecedented support of the early education workforce and program quality, MADCA has awarded Massachusetts House Speaker Robert DeLeo the 2017 Legislative Achievement Award. In the award presentation, Mr. Eddy stated, “ Early Educators across Massachusetts are grateful for the leadership of Speaker DeLeo. The Speaker’s efforts to stabilize a workforce in crisis and […]