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Flatbush Scoop · Aug 13, 2026

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Thursday that New York City will eliminate all out-of-pocket child care costs for approximately 22,000 low-income families currently receiving subsidized care through city vouchers and contracts. Beginning in September, the city will cover the fees families currently pay on a sliding scale, at an annual cost of roughly $5.2 million. Families already receiving subsidized child care will not need to take any action.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Thursday that New York City will eliminate all out-of-pocket child care costs for approximately 22,000 low-income families currently receiving subsidized care through city vouchers and contracts. Beginning in September, the city will cover the fees families currently pay on a sliding scale, at an annual cost of roughly $5.2 million. Families already receiving subsidized child care will not need to take any action.

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