Education (Early Childhood)

introduced · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SR 195: EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: Requests the state Department of Education to make certain information available to the public.

This resolution asks the Louisiana Department of Education to add the contact details of accrediting organizations to the School and Center Finder website. Specifically, it targets nonpublic schools that run prekindergarten programs and are not currently monitored by the state. The goal is to help parents identify which external standards these schools follow, allowing families to make more informed decisions about their children's education. This request does not change any laws or regulations but instead seeks to improve the transparency of information available to the public.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances transparency by requiring accrediting info for nonpublic schools, aiding parents in making informed educational choices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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introduced · Louisiana · Senate May 13, 2026

SR 115: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Tuesday, May 12, 2026, as A Day Without Child Care Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

This resolution designates Tuesday, May 12, 2026, as A Day Without Child Care Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to raise awareness about early childhood education challenges. The measure directly affects child care providers, educators, and families by acknowledging the workforce crisis caused by low wages and high staff turnover in the sector. It serves as a symbolic gesture supporting the National Day Without Child Care initiative, which advocates for better funding and working conditions for early childhood educators. The bill does not change laws or allocate money but formally recognizes the date for advocacy and reflection on the state's child care system.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill raises awareness of early childhood education workforce challenges, advocating for better funding and conditions for educators.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill raises awareness of child care workforce crisis, low wages, and staff turnover, advocating for better working conditions.65% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HCR 43: EARLY CHILDHOOD: Suspends certain laws relative to the licensure of nonpublic prekindergarten programs as early learning centers

This bill temporarily pauses a state law that requires nonpublic prekindergarten programs to be licensed as early learning centers. It directly affects private schools offering pre-K education by allowing them to operate without this specific licensing requirement for a set period. The suspension is in effect immediately and will last until sixty days after the 2027 legislative session ends. This measure was introduced in response to concerns from some nonpublic schools about potential operational challenges in meeting the new licensing rules.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill removes a licensing barrier for private pre-K programs, expanding access and reducing regulatory burdens on nonpublic education providers.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Tags Licensing

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introduced · Louisiana · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SR 79: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as Child Care Association of Louisiana Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

This bill designates Wednesday, April 15, 2026, as Child Care Association of Louisiana Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. It aims to honor the work of childcare business owners, early childhood educators, and support staff in the state. The resolution specifically commends the Child Care Association of Louisiana and its president, Tara Emery, for their efforts to improve early childhood education. This is a ceremonial measure that recognizes the importance of quality childcare services rather than changing laws or policies.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors early childhood educators and childcare providers, indirectly supporting the education sector by recognizing their vital role.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HR 261: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 12, 2026, as A Day Without Child Care at the state capitol

This resolution designates Tuesday, May 12, 2026, as "A Day Without Child Care" at the Louisiana State Capitol to raise awareness about early childhood education challenges. The measure directly affects child care providers, teachers, families, and community members by encouraging them to participate in a statewide event that highlights workforce issues like low wages and high turnover. It does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to support advocates calling for better pay and conditions for early childhood educators.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill raises awareness of early childhood education challenges and advocates for better conditions for child care providers and teachers.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HR 287: COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Ready Louisiana Coalition and designates May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the state capitol

This bill is a procedural resolution that formally praises the Ready Louisiana Coalition, a bipartisan group advocating for better early childhood education in the state. It also officially designates Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as "Early Ed Day" at the Louisiana state capitol to highlight the importance of early learning. The measure does not create new laws or change funding but serves to recognize the coalition's efforts and raise public awareness about early education issues.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates a day to highlight early education importance and commends a coalition advocating for better early childhood education.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Louisiana · Senate May 20, 2026

SR 123: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates Tuesday, May 19, 2026 as Early Ed Day at the Louisiana State Capitol.

This bill designates Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as Early Ed Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the Ready Louisiana Coalition. The resolution recognizes the coalition's work in advocating for quality and affordable early childhood education and highlights the importance of early brain development for children's future success. It does not create new laws or programs but serves as a formal commendation and a day of recognition within the state legislature.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates a day to honor the Ready Louisiana Coalition for advocating quality early childhood education and highlights early brain development importance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Louisiana · House May 26, 2026

HB 1112: EARLY CHILDHOOD: Provides relative to prekindergarten programs

This bill amends Louisiana laws governing prekindergarten programs by removing the requirement that nonpublic prekindergarten programs be licensed as early learning centers, while applying child safety and welfare standards to all school-based prekindergarten programs. The legislation allows the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to approve nonpublic prekindergarten programs and authorizes the board to adopt emergency rules when necessary. Key provisions include revised child-to-staff ratios that vary by age group and a phased implementation schedule, with stricter ratios taking effect starting in the 2027-2028 school year. The bill also clarifies definitions for "camp" and "early learning center" to distinguish between standalone programs and those attached to schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands prekindergarten access by removing restrictive licensing requirements while maintaining safety standards, enhancing early childhood education opportunities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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in committee · Louisiana · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 445: FUNDS/FUNDING: Provides relative to the Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund. (gov sig) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

This bill establishes and modifies the Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund to support early learning programs. It requires the state to deposit at least $30 million annually into the fund starting in 2027, with additional contributions from grants and donations. The money can only be used for matching grants to local entities that expand quality early childhood care slots for families receiving child care assistance, provided the local entities contribute equal non-state and non-federal funding. The bill also directs unspent state education funds to be transferred to this fund at the end of each fiscal year, with exceptions for funds that have existing liabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes and funds the Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund with mandatory $30M annual deposits to support early learning programs and expand care slots.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes funding for early childhood education, expanding access to quality care slots for families receiving assistance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Louisiana · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 50: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates March 24, 2026, as Geaux Far Day at the capitol and commends Geaux Far Louisiana for its contributions to early childhood education

This bill designates March 24, 2026, as Geaux Far Day at the Louisiana Capitol and formally recognizes the Geaux Far Louisiana organization. It directly affects the state legislature by setting aside a specific date to honor the group's work in early childhood education. The resolution commends Geaux Far Louisiana for its role in advocating for children from prenatal care through age four and for promoting a unified early childhood system. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges the organization's contributions without changing any laws or policies.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes an organization advocating for early childhood education and promotes a unified early childhood system, indicating support for educational access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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