Wisconsin Democrats hope to introduce legislation to make quality child care more affordable for working families by offering them an annual income tax credit.
Senate Minority Leader Jennifer Shilling, D-La Crosse, said the bill will likely mirror the federal law that offers a tax break for up to 35 percent of qualifying care expenses. That would include up to around $3,000 for one child and up to roughly $6,000 for two or more children.
While Democrats narrow down the state-specific formula, the federal law offers tax credits for a variety of expenses, including costs associated with a traditional daycare center, a babysitter and summer camp.