LR472

Interim study to examine federally funded Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs and to provide state policy recommendations in support of such programs

Introduced·3/25/26
Introduced Text

Nebraska LR472 proposes an interim study on federally funded Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs to provide state policy.

Nebraska LR472 directs the Education Committee to conduct an interim study on Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs. The study will cover the federal and state history, structure, funding sources, staffing challenges, compliance with federal law, and approaches in other states. The committee will report findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature. Head Start Preschool serves preschoolers to promote school readiness, while Early Head Start serves infants, toddlers, expectant parents, and families to enhance healthy development.

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Education Committee
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History

Mar 30

Legislature

Referred to Education Committee

Mar 25

Legislature

Date of introduction

Mar 25

Legislature

Referred to Executive Board