Bill
A 8073
Overview: Bill Number: A 8073, Title: Promotes the inclusion of children living in temporary housing in prekindergarten programs, Status: REFERRED TO EDUCATION, Introduced: April 2
Overview: Bill Number: A 8073, Title: Promotes the inclusion of children living in temporary housing in prekindergarten programs, Status: REFERRED TO EDUCATION, Introduced: April 24, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to ensure that children living in temporary housing, such as shelters or transitional housing, have access to prekindergarten programs. The goal is to provide these children with early educational opportunities and support their development, regardless of their housing situation.
Key Provisions:
- Requires school districts to actively identify and enroll children living in temporary housing in prekindergarten programs
- Provides additional funding and resources to school districts to support the inclusion and participation of children in temporary housing
- Mandates the development of outreach and enrollment strategies to reach families in temporary housing
- Ensures transportation assistance is available to enable children in temporary housing to attend prekindergarten programs
Affected Parties and Impacts: Children living in temporary housing, such as homeless shelters or transitional housing, would be the primary beneficiaries of this bill. It would help provide them with access to early education and support their academic and social-emotional development during a critical time.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Education Committee for further consideration. If passed, the provisions would need to be implemented by school districts across the state, likely requiring additional funding and coordination between education and housing authorities.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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