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HB 780

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, establishing the Early Childhood Educator Tuition Assistance Program and the Early Childhood Educator Tuition Assistance Fund.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 27 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill creates tuition assistance program and fund to help early childhood educators access education and training, addressing workforce development in early care sector.

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Bill Summary · HB 780

Legislative bill overview

HB 780 establishes a new tuition assistance program and dedicated fund to help early childhood educators afford education and training costs in Pennsylvania. The bill amends the 1949 Public School Code to create financial support mechanisms specifically targeting the early childhood education workforce.

Why is this important

Early childhood educators currently face significant barriers to professional development and credential attainment, contributing to workforce shortages and high turnover in childcare and pre-K settings. By reducing financial obstacles to education, this program could improve teacher quality, stability, and access to early childhood services—while also supporting the earnings potential of workers in a historically underpaid field.

Potential points of contention

  • Program funding source: The bill establishes a fund but doesn't specify how it will be financed (general revenue, fees, grants, or other mechanisms), raising questions about fiscal impact and sustainability
  • Eligibility and scope: Unclear whether assistance covers all early childhood settings (private childcare, Head Start, pre-K) or only public school programs, and what education/training qualifies
  • Cost-benefit analysis: No specified enrollment projections, cost estimates, or performance metrics to evaluate whether the program achieves workforce development goals efficiently

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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