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Senate approves changes to early‑childhood services; some senators raise concern about 3‑year‑olds in elementary schools
Senate · March 31, 2026
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Summary
House Bill 1259 passed to clarify licensing, update provider reimbursement and adjust universal preschool funding timing; several senators expressed concern about county cost exposure and placement of 3‑year‑olds in elementary school classrooms.
House Bill 1259, which makes a range of changes to early‑childhood services — including preserving family, friend and neighbor (FFN) care, updating provider payment processes, strengthening system coordination and adjusting universal preschool program provisions — was taken up and adopted by the Senate on March…
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