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Most working parents in northern Michigan are either very grateful for having the childcare they do, or they are scrambling to find a possible spot.

Many argue these changes, if approved, would have a dangerous impact on an already struggling industry.

Michigan’s child care shortage results in a loss of $2.88 billion in economic activity for the state each year.

A 52-page report released Tuesday outlines the reality of how childcare issues impact working parents, and Michigan's economy at large.

Democrats, unions and local officials say legislation would give cities autonomy to set higher minimum wage, require paid sick leave. Republicans call the plan a jobs-killer.