Money. And it’s reasonably simple. The ratio of children to...

Money. And it’s reasonably simple.
The ratio of children to childcare worker is 4-1 for children under 3 in most states. That increases to 11-1 for 3 year olds+.

Even if it’s at a minimum four extra taxpayers in the workforce helping to pay for that one childcare worker it’s cost beneficial for the economy. Then consider having 11 extra female workers contributing to tax receipts, it’s a no brainer.