2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book introduces new scoring system showing gains across domains — and the risks posed by Medicaid and SNAP reductions June 8, 2026 — HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania ranks 18th in child well-being, according to the KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state report of recent data developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation […]
Demand surges for PA infant, toddler services as funding falls short
A vital support program for Pennsylvania’s youngest children is facing a serious funding crisis, raising concerns about access to essential services. The Infant and Toddler Early Intervention Program serves more than 48,000 children with developmental delays or risks statewide. Services include physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as nutrition and specialized instruction. Maggie Livelsberger, program director […]
New Report Finds Economic Costs Associated with Insufficient Child Care Have Grown by Nearly $1 Billion Per Year Since 2022 as Working Families Struggle
Child Care Crisis Costs PA Economy Over $6 Billion Annually HARRISBURG (4/29/2026) – A new report released today by ReadyNation finds that gaps in Pennsylvania’s child care system are costing the state’s economy well over $6 billion annually, with the total economic burden growing by nearly $1 billion per year since 2022. The findings […]
New data show critical effects of federal Medicaid, SNAP cuts in PA
A new mapping project offers a close look at how families across Pennsylvania could be affected by major cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, the nation’s largest health and food assistance programs. SNAP is the most extensive child anti-hunger program. More than 309,000 SNAP households in Pennsylvania include children, making them among the most vulnerable to food assistance […]
New Maps Show How Medicaid and SNAP Cuts from Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Will Impact PA-01 Kids and Families
The release Tuesday of 24 interactive maps illustrating the impacts to kids and families thanks to the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act (H.R. 1) highlights unprecedented hardships kids and families across the commonwealth are expected to face. Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children released illustrated data projecting coverage losses, reduced food assistance and the impacts to families directly […]
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🥕📚 Kids can't learn on an empty stomach.
SNAP helps eligible PA families afford nutritious food, supporting children's health, ability to focus, and success in school.
Protecting SNAP is an investment in PA kids and families. 💙
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💉 This National Immunization Awareness Month, we're highlighting an important development for PA kids: Pennsylvania plans to retain its current childhood vaccine schedule despite recent federal changes.
Routine immunizations are an important part of preventive care and help
🛒 When food costs compete with rent, utilities, child care & other expenses, SNAP can help eligible PA families put food on the table.
For children, that support can mean more consistent access to nutritious meals.
Protect SNAP. Protect PA families. 💙
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💙 When parents lose Medicaid coverage, children can be at greater risk of losing coverage too, even when they're still eligible.
As PPC's Becky Ludwick told @KateGiammarise of @905wesa, new Medicaid changes could create barriers for families and put children's coverage at risk.