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Senate approves House Bill 14-97 to expand local flexibility for 4‑year‑old pre-K eligibility; close vote 28-19
Summary
House Bill 14-97, which allows school districts discretion to admit children born after the current Aug. 1 cutoff for 4‑year‑old programs through December, passed the Senate 28-19. Supporters said it provides local flexibility; at least one senator warned it lowers the age of children in education programs.
Senator Moshe, sponsor of House Bill 14-97, told the Senate that the bill would add flexibility for 4‑year‑old prekindergarten programs by allowing school districts discretion to enroll children born after the current Aug. 1 cutoff up through December when developmentally appropriate. Moshe said the change mirrors existing kindergarten statute that permits similar local discretion.
The Education Committee reported support based on testimony from school leaders and…
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