An Act relative to licensed care and financial resource information for parents of newborns

This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care to create and distribute an informational pamphlet to parents of newborns at hospitals and birthing centers. The document would provide details on the benefits of quality early education, explain how the department licenses and monitors child care providers, and list resources for financial assistance and finding licensed care. By giving families this information at the time of birth, the legislation aims to help parents understand available support systems and the differences between licensed and unlicensed care options.