Chicago, IL.—(ENEWSPF)—August 6, 2015 — Springfield’s inability to pass a balanced budget is decimating social services providers, including those in the childcare industry. On July 1st, without the input of the legislature, Governor Rauner’s administration unilaterally changed the eligibility standards of the Child Care Assistance Program. This means 90% of usually qualified families are left without child care for their infants and children. The recent eligibility changes have made it impossible for low-income working parents…
