HB 5126
To make it explicit that both the lottery fund and the excess lottery fund can be utilized for early childhood education throughout West Virginia
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- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill clarifies that funds from the West Virginia Lottery Education Fund, the State Lottery Fund, and the Excess Lottery Fund can be used to support early childhood education programs throughout the state. It aims to expand access to these programs by explicitly allowing these lottery funds to be utilized. The bill also outlines requirements for county boards to develop and implement these programs, ensuring they meet specific standards and utilize available resources effectively.
Key provisions
- Allows the use of Lottery Education Fund, State Lottery Fund, and Excess Lottery Fund for early childhood education.
- Defines ‘early childhood education program’ as a program for children aged four prior to September 1st (and July 1st starting in 2018-2019).
- Requires county boards to develop and submit implementation plans to the Secretary of Human Services and the State Board.
- Establishes criteria for plan approval, including maximizing federal and other funds and collaborating with existing programs.
- Sets minimum instructional time requirements (48,000 minutes annually, 1,500 minutes per week).
- Allows for waivers if counties face significant implementation challenges.
- Requires annual reporting on program progress and resource utilization.
- Specifies curriculum standards and requirements for early childhood education programs.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents, particularly young children and their families.
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