West Virginia HB5126 clarifies that lottery funds can be used for early childhood education.

West Virginia HB5126 makes it explicit that both the Lottery Education Fund and the Excess Lottery Fund can be used for early childhood education programs throughout the state. The bill emphasizes the importance of early childhood education in improving school performance and reducing behavioral problems. It mandates that county boards develop plans for implementing these programs, which must be approved by the Secretary of the Department of Human Services and the state board. The bill also outlines curriculum standards and attendance requirements for these programs.

West Virginia HB5126 clarifies that lottery funds can be used for early childhood education.

West Virginia HB5126 makes it explicit that both the Lottery Education Fund and the Excess Lottery Fund can be used for early childhood education programs throughout the state. The bill emphasizes the importance of early childhood education in improving school performance and reducing behavioral problems. It mandates that county boards develop plans for implementing these programs, which must be approved by the Secretary of the Department of Human Services and the state board. The bill also outlines curriculum standards and attendance requirements for these programs.