Children: child care; tri-share child care program and fund; establish. Amends 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111 - 722.128) by adding secs. 6b & 6c.

The bill establishes a new program called the tri-share child care program in Michigan. This program aims to provide financial support for child care by sharing costs among parents, employers, and the state. It amends existing child care laws to create a dedicated fund for this purpose.

Supporters of the bill argue that the tri-share child care program will make child care more affordable for families, helping them balance work and family responsibilities. They believe this initiative will strengthen the workforce by enabling more parents to participate in the job market without the burden of high child care costs.

Critics of the bill may contend that the tri-share program could lead to increased government spending without adequately addressing the root issues of child care accessibility. They might also argue that relying on employers to share costs could place undue pressure on businesses, particularly small ones, which may struggle to contribute financially.