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Since we spoke, Senate Bill 2464, which would have required DHS to transfer 30% of TANF to CCDF every year, has died. While we don't have an update on the direct appropriations front, we continue to urge you to keep making your calls to legislators to amend the MDHS appropriations bill (HB 1909) to include additional state funds for CCPP. The deadline for the Senate to act on HB 1909 is March 17th, but action could take place before then.
Here is a short, effective call script parents, providers, and supporters can use when calling legislators about HB 1909 and funding the Child Care Payment Program (CCPP). It’s designed so callers can deliver it in 30–45 seconds.
📞 Call Script
Hello, my name is [Name], and I live in [City/County].
I’m calling to ask Senator/Representative [Last Name] to support amending HB 1909 to include $60 million in state funding for the Child Care Payment Program (CCPP).
Child care is essential for Mississippi’s workforce. Our community depends on affordable child care. Without stable funding for CCPP, many parents will lose access to child care and may be forced to leave their jobs. At the same time, child care providers are struggling to stay open.
Investing $60 million in CCPP will help:
- More parents stay employed
- More children receive safe, quality care
- Employers retain a reliable workforce
House Bill 1909 is on the Senate Calendar. Your leadership is critical to keeping childcare strong in Mississippi. Thank you for your time and for supporting Mississippi families.
If You Reach Voicemail, Leave this short version:
Hello, my name is [Name] from [City]. I’m asking Senator/Representative [Last Name] to support amending HB 1909 to include $60 million for the Child Care Payment Program. This funding helps parents work, supports child care providers, and strengthens Mississippi’s workforce. Thank you.
Key Legislators Who Need To Hear From You!
Call Senate Appropriations Chair
Senator Briggs Hopson
Phone: (601) 359-3250
Senator Dennis DeBar Jr.
Phone: (601) 359-3221
Call House Appropriation Chairs
Rep. John Read
Phone: (601) 359-3340
Home: (228) 497-9852
Rep. Angela Cockerham
Phone: (601) 359-3340
Rep. Clay Deweese
Phone: (601) 359-3497
Business: (662) 281-1200
Cell: (662) 202-7093
Please encourage other child care providers and parents to call these key legislators. Tell them to commit $60 million in state funds to the CCPP program so more parents can be employed, so more children can be cared for in a safe environment and so more employers can retain their workforce.
In service,
Carol Burnett
Executive Director
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