The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) recently launched the new online resource – Child Care Resources for Employers. The webpage is designed to help employers better support their employees’ childcare needs.
“We are empowering Texas employers with the tools they need to support working families, which is a critical component of our state’s economy,” said TWC Chairman Joe Esparza. “This resource is a strategic investment in our workforce that helps businesses retain talent and ensures Texas remains the best state to live, work, and raise a family.”
The new webpage was created in response to Senate Bill 1265, passed by the 89th Texas Legislature. It offers clear information on several topics including childcare assistance programs, available state and federal tax credits, and dependent care savings accounts. The webpage also shares best practices and policies that businesses can adopt to help their employees access reliable childcare. Studies show that supporting childcare needs can improve employee morale, reduce absences, and increase productivity.
The Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) was a key partner in passing the legislation and developing the webpage. Their advocacy highlighted the need for these resources across all industries.
“We hear consistently from local business operators that they want to help their employees access childcare, but they don’t know where to start,” said TRA Chief Public Affairs Officer and Co-Founder of Employers for Childcare (E4C) Kelsey Erickson Streufert. “We are grateful for the TWC’s partnership creating the new Child Care Resources for Employers webpage, and we look forward to building on this momentum to expand working families’ access to affordable, quality childcare.”
This new resource makes it easier for Texas employers to offer benefits that help attract and retain their workforce. The webpage provides guidance on how employers can survey their staff to understand their specific childcare challenges. This helps businesses offer the most effective and impactful support.
The Child Care Resources for Employers page can be found within the Texas Work & Family Policies section of the TWC website. Employers and employees are encouraged to visit the webpage to learn more.