Expands early childhood education access for military families in Washington.

This bill expands access to the early childhood education and assistance program for military families in Washington. It allows the enrollment of children in the program if they meet certain income criteria and face risk factors affecting kindergarten readiness. Children of military members stationed in or residing in Washington are prioritized for enrollment. The bill also establishes a prioritization system for available funded slots based on risk factors and military-specific considerations. The changes take effect August 1, 2030.

Expands early childhood education access for military families in Washington.

This bill expands access to the early childhood education and assistance program for military families in Washington. It allows the enrollment of children in the program if they meet certain income criteria and face risk factors affecting kindergarten readiness. Children of military members stationed in or residing in Washington are prioritized for enrollment. The bill also establishes a prioritization system for available funded slots based on risk factors and military-specific considerations. The changes take effect August 1, 2030.