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Head Start Program Stability: Restoring Regional Offices and Protecting Services.

This bill aims to protect the federal Head Start program, which provides early education, health, and social support to low-income children and families. It mandates the reinstatement and maintenance of 12 regional offices and the central office structure, along with minimum staffing levels. This ensures stable access to crucial educational and care services for eligible children and their parents nationwide.
Key points
The Head Start program, offering educational and health support, is legally protected against proposals to eliminate it.
The reinstatement of 12 regional offices ensures more efficient management, oversight, and distribution of funds for children's services across the country.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services is restricted from reducing staff or modifying the program's structure, guaranteeing operational stability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5774
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2025-10-17