New Mexico Breaks Ground as First State to Offer Universal Child Care

The program may offer a blueprint for other states on an issue that was prominent during the 2024 campaign.

Beginning in November, it will be the first state in the nation to provide child care to all residents regardless of income. (Melina Mara/The Washington Post/Getty Images)

In a groundbreaking move that could reshape the conversation around family policy in America, New Mexico has become the first state to guarantee free universal child care. Governor Mic…