Assemblyman Wieder Pushes for More Rockland Child Care Vouchers

Meetings with state officials aim to address funding and distribution challenges for local families.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Assemblyman Aron Wieder (D-97th District) recently held key meetings in Albany to address challenges with child care voucher access for Rockland County families. The initiative followed outreach from numerous child care providers in the district, who reported difficulties obtaining vouchers for eligible children due to funding limitations and uneven distribution that frequently shortchanges Rockland County.

Why it matters

Access to affordable, reliable child care is a critical issue for working families in Rockland County. This advocacy effort aims to ensure the state's Child Care Assistance Program provides equitable support and resources to meet the needs of the local community.

The details

Assemblyman Wieder first met with Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi, Chair of the Assembly Standing Committee on Children and Families, to discuss the need for greater equity in the voucher program and additional funding to support working families and providers in Rockland. Representatives from the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), which administers the vouchers, then joined the discussion, along with a group of local child care providers who shared their experiences and advocated for Rockland to receive its fair share of vouchers.

  • Assemblyman Wieder recently held the meetings in Albany.

The players

Assemblyman Aron Wieder

A Democratic state assemblyman representing the 97th District in Rockland County, New York.

Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi

The Chair of the New York State Assembly Standing Committee on Children and Families.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)

The state agency that administers the Child Care Assistance Program and child care vouchers.

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What they’re saying

“Assemblyman Wieder described both meetings as very productive and expressed hope that the combined dialogue would lead to meaningful progress.”

— Assemblyman Aron Wieder (monseyscoop.com)

What’s next

Assemblyman Wieder's office remains available to assist residents of the 97th District with any issues involving state agencies, utility companies, or related concerns. Constituents are encouraged to contact the office for assistance in navigating these systems or pursuing solutions.

The takeaway

This advocacy effort highlights the importance of ensuring equitable access to child care resources for working families in Rockland County. The meetings with state officials aim to address funding and distribution challenges to better support the local community's needs.