When does it become necessary for the federal government to provide support for workers, filling gaps employers may be unable to cover in access to healthcare, child care and financial wellness?
The Build Back Better bill was meant to answer this question with a resounding “now,” but as the $2 trillion spending bill meets continued opposition from both Republicans and Democrats, it’s less and less certain when and what provisions could eventually go into effect. For working parents, Build Back Better would mean $600 billion worth of funding towards universal preschool and child care, child tax credits and paid family and medical leave for nearly every worker in the U.S.
