Establishes the Department of Early Childhood to consolidate early childhood education and care programs.
The bill establishes the Department of Early Childhood as a principal department within the Executive Branch. It transfers various responsibilities from the Departments of Education, Health, Human Services, and Children and Families to the new department. These include programs for early childhood education, child care, and family support services. The Department of Early Childhood will oversee teacher licensing, IDEA part B, Title I services, and other educational initiatives for preschool through third-grade students.
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