Texas’ child care quality control measures played a role in enrollment cuts this fall

Texas' new child care quality control measures, introduced by HB 2607, have led to significant enrollment cuts this fall due to rising operational costs and a loss of federal funding, despite no additional state support. These quality controls were intended to improve the care standards but have now forced many centers to reduce their capacity or close. This situation highlights a broader issue of how funding and policy changes can impact vital services, raising concerns about the future accessibility of affordable child care in the state.