WINONA, Minn. (WKBT) -- Lieutenant Governor Flanagan visited Winona to celebrate expanding childcare access throughout Minnesota.

Flanagan met with White House officials earlier this week discussing childcare issues, and how Minnesota can make childcare accessible for more people. 

The Minnesota budget signed into law includes over $1.3 billion in support of childcare workforce, along with expanding childcare access. 

Flanagan says she prioritizes making Minnesota the best state in the country to raise a child. Read more.