HR 7637
Head Start for America’s Children Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:12 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Head Start for America’s Children Act, aims to improve the Head Start Act by focusing on the growth of infants, toddlers, and children, and emphasizing mental health and educational outcomes. It modifies definitions related to ‘Indian,’ ‘State,’ ‘developing English proficiency,’ and ‘Native American,’ and establishes new provisions for funding, regional offices, and program operations. Specifically, it increases funding for Head Start programs, supports extended hours of operation, and strengthens partnerships between agencies and higher education institutions.
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