A state program that helps families pay for child care is expected to support fewer children. Lawmakers recently discussed the child care system and its challenges. Rising costs and long waitlists were among the topics addressed.

Targets for the program have been approved, showing a decrease in the number of children served. The new target is lower than the previous one, with a reduction of about 9.6 percent.

Further details about the program and its targets are available, including information about the impact on different regions and the role of child care in keeping parents employed.