Education (Early Childhood)

SSB 1231 is an appropriations bill that allocates state general funds to various components of the education system for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It provides funding for the operations of the Department for the Blind, the Department of Education, and the State Board of Regents. Key provisions include appropriations for general administration, career and technical education, school food services, early childhood programs such as Birth to Age Three Services and Early Head Start, and statewide student assessment. The bill also directs the Department of Education to submit a report on its antibullying programming.

HSB 337 is an appropriations bill that allocates funds from the state's general fund to various parts of the education system for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. It provides funding for the Department for the Blind, the Department of Education, and the State Board of Regents. The bill details specific appropriations for programs such as career and technical education, school food services, early childhood initiatives like Birth to Age Three Services and Early Head Start, and statewide student assessments. Additionally, it funds work-based learning, postsecondary summer classes for high school students, and the Jobs for America's Graduates program, and requires a report on anti-bullying programming.

HF 1045 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funds to various parts of the education system for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. It provides funding for the Department for the Blind, the Department of Education, and the State Board of Regents. Key provisions include specific appropriations for programs such as career and technical education, early childhood services like Birth to Age Three and Early Head Start projects, and initiatives supporting student assessment and work-based learning. The bill also mandates a report from the Department of Education on antibullying programming.

SF 288 requires public colleges and universities governed by the Board of Regents and community colleges to provide academic accommodations for students who are pregnant or who recently gave birth. The law specifically allows these students to withdraw from courses without academic penalty if pregnancy or childbirth prevents them from continuing their studies. Institutions must also provide clear information about available support services, including health care and childcare resources. This policy directly affects pregnant and postpartum students enrolled at these specific public higher education institutions.