What does Preamble of Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act of 2026 do?

This bill directs the Secretary of Education, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to award competitive grants. The grants are intended for eligible partnerships to establish, expand, or support career and technical education programs of study. These programs specifically focus on early childhood education.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act of 2026.

What does GRANT PROGRAM FOR CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF of Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act of 2026 do?

This section authorizes a grant program to support career and technical education programs of study in early childhood education. Eligible partnerships can apply for grants to establish, support, or expand these programs. Applications must detail program descriptions, partner roles, funding allocation, student benefits, coordination with existing programs, and employer needs. Priority will be given to applicants serving rural or urban communities, areas with childcare provider shortages, and those providing services for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities. Grant funds can be used for educational materials, educator training, and student support services. Each partnership receiving a grant must conduct an independent evaluation and submit an annual report on program performance. Grants generally cannot exceed a 5-year period, with potential for a 2-year extension based on achieving program objectives and improving student outcomes.

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Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/20/2026 · Introduced: 5/20/2026

Author: Lucy McBath (D-GA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a grant program to fund career and technical education programs focused on early childhood education.
Grant priority will be given to partnerships serving underserved communities, including rural areas, urban areas with childcare shortages, and those supporting infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities.
Recipients of grants must conduct program evaluations and submit annual reports to assess performance and student outcomes.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4597(In Committee)Official page

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