Access to School Readiness Programs for Economically Disadvantaged Households

Updated the definition of 'economically disadvantaged' to include both 65% of state median income and 150% of federal poverty level, and added definitions for working migratory families and agricultural workers.

Added requirement for a 'single point of entry' integrated information system allowing parents to enroll children via telephone or website with a uniform waiting list.

Expanded data reporting requirements to include additional metrics such as fraud intervention, kindergarten readiness outcomes, and provider payment processes.

Revised priority enrollment criteria to create tiered eligibility based on income levels (55% and 65% of state median income) and added specific provisions for at-risk children ages 9-13.

Changed the effective date of the act from July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2025, and updated plan submission requirements for early learning coalitions.