Senator Nesiba disappointed child care not part of a summer study

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- At least one member of the legislature’s executive committee was hoping for a study on daycare needs.

Senate Minority Leader Reynold Nesiba says having affordable daycare is an important part of workforce development.

Nesiba is hopeful that even though it isn’t a part of the formal legislative interim studies daycare needs will come up for debate in next year’s legislative session.

At least one legislator things there’s a missing topic on the list of legislative studies.

Senate Minority Leader Reynold Nesiba says providing affordable childcare could help ease labor shortages in the workforce.

Nesiba is hopeful the issue will be considered during next year’s legislative session.