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Bill to streamline childcare referrals, align background checks gets broad support; agencies to report recommendations
Summary
HB 4,057 would require standardized referral information so families learn about all publicly funded early-learning options and direct agencies to review duplicative background checks; advocates warned ERDC faces a $73–$88 million shortfall and urged protecting existing program funding.
Lawmakers and advocates told the House Committee on Early Childhood and Human Services on Feb. 3 that House Bill 4,057 would make it easier for families to find existing early-learning slots and reduce duplicative background-check burdens on educators.
Rep. Lamar Wise said the bill focuses on two components: stabilizing referral information to ensure families are told about publicly funded programs (Preschool Promise, Head Start, Baby Promise and others) before they are routed to 211 or…
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