Head Start for Our Future Act
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to expand the types of community service eligible for Federal work-study funding. Specifically, it includes child development and early learning programs, such as Head Start and Early Head Start, as qualifying community service opportunities. This change aims to provide more students with opportunities to gain experience in these vital early childhood education programs. The bill seeks to increase access to work-study for students involved in these services.
Key provisions
- Expands community service eligible for work-study.
- Includes child development and early learning as qualifying services.
- Specifically lists Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
- Amends Section 441(c)(1) of the Higher Education Act.
Who is affected
- Students participating in Head Start and Early Head Start programs
- Colleges and universities offering work-study programs
- Federal work-study program participants
- Child development and early learning providers
Notable changes
- Adds child development and early learning to the list of community services eligible for work-study.
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