December is a time for reflection, hope, and yes—wish list making. As we look toward the new year, the child care field has some big wishes. These aren't asks for toys or gadgets, but for the foundational supports that children, families, and providers desperately need. 

August means “Recess” on Capitol Hill—a time when federal lawmakers return to their districts and reconnect with their constituents. However, recess is not a vacation for them or for us. The weeks that members of Congress are away from their offices in Washington, D.C. give us an opportunity to remind them about the importance of child care.