Lisa Murkowski: “In my state right now, 61 percent, 61 percent of Alaskans live in what…”

On the recordMay 31, 2023

In my state right now, 61 percent, 61 percent of Alaskans live in what they call a childcare desert.

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Republican · Alaska

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Murkowski highlights the lack of childcare options in Alaska affecting workforce availability.

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Lisa Murkowski: “In my state right now, 61 percent, 61 percent of Alaskans live in what they call a childcare desert.”