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Lawmakers hear testimony seeking $15 million annual increase for Head Start
Summary
Representative Hicks asked the committee to add $15 million a year for Head Start; the program's advocates and local directors testified on services provided and concerns about federal funding volatility. The file was laid over for possible inclusion.
Representative Hicks presented House File 1002, which requests an increase in state funding for Head Start and Early Head Start. The bill seeks $15 million annually for the upcoming biennium to expand local program capacity and serve children on waiting lists; the committee laid the measure over for possible inclusion.
"Head Start is more than an early childhood program. For me, Head Start is a child welfare prevention program," Rep. Hicks said, describing Head Start's wraparound services that include preschool education, meals, health services and family…
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