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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 36 MIN

The State of Women in Texas: The Child Care Crisis

from The State of Women in Texas: The Research · host Kristyn Brooks Senters

Affordable, high-quality child care is essential for families to thrive and fully participate in the workforce, but for more than 50% of Texas families living in child care deserts, access remains a major challenge.In this episode, we sit down with Kelsey Erickson Streufert, Chief Public Affairs Officer for the Texas Restaurant Association. A licensed attorney and seasoned Texas Capitol professional, Kelsey has led groundbreaking legislative efforts to support businesses and working families.Join us for an eye-opening conversation about how the child care crisis affects Texas’ workforce, economic stability, and what can be done to create real solutions.

Affordable, high-quality child care is essential for families to thrive and fully participate in the workforce, but for more than 50% of Texas families living in child care deserts, access remains a major challenge.In this episode, we sit down with Kelsey Erickson Streufert, Chief Public Affairs Officer for the Texas Restaurant Association. A licensed attorney and seasoned Texas Capitol professional, Kelsey has led groundbreaking legislative efforts to support businesses and working families.Join us for an eye-opening conversation about how the child care crisis affects Texas’ workforce, economic stability, and what can be done to create real solutions.

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