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Universal Full-Day Kindergarten: New Programs for Children

This act aims to establish a nationwide funding program for full-day kindergarten. This will allow more children aged 4-6 to access free, full-time kindergarten education, potentially positively impacting their development and school readiness. Parents will gain support in childcare and access to high-quality educational programs.
Key points
Funding for full-day kindergarten programs for children aged 4-6, with no cost to parents.
Financial support for states, local educational agencies, and schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Education.
Programs must last at least 5 hours per school day, for the full school year, and be taught by qualified teachers.
Requirement for reporting on program availability and quality to ensure equitable access for all students.
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Additional Information
Universal Full-Day Kindergarten Act
Print number: HR 2425
Sponsor: Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2023-03-30