Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act

12/30/2022, 4:04 AM

Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act

This bill authorizes through FY2027 specified provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for early childhood education.

Specifically, the bill authorizes Part B, Section 619 (grants to states for preschool programs serving children with disabilities ages three to five) and Part C (grants to aid states in implementing early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families).

Bill 117 HR 6532, also known as the Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing increased funding for early childhood education programs. The bill specifically focuses on supporting the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which ensures that children with disabilities receive the necessary services and support to succeed in school.

The main provisions of the bill include allocating additional funds to states to improve early childhood education programs for children with disabilities, as well as providing resources for training and professional development for educators working with these children. The bill also aims to increase access to high-quality early intervention services for children with disabilities, in order to help them reach their full potential.

Supporters of the bill argue that investing in early childhood education for children with disabilities is crucial for their long-term success and well-being. By providing the necessary resources and support at an early age, these children can develop the skills and abilities they need to thrive in school and beyond. Opponents of the bill may argue that the increased funding proposed in the bill could lead to higher taxes or increased government spending. However, proponents of the bill believe that the benefits of investing in early childhood education for children with disabilities far outweigh the costs. Overall, the Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act aims to improve access to high-quality early childhood education for children with disabilities, in order to ensure that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 6532

Introduced on
2022-02-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/1/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act

This bill authorizes through FY2027 specified provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for early childhood education.

Specifically, the bill authorizes Part B, Section 619 (grants to states for preschool programs serving children with disabilities ages three to five) and Part C (grants to aid states in implementing early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families).

Bill 117 HR 6532, also known as the Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing increased funding for early childhood education programs. The bill specifically focuses on supporting the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which ensures that children with disabilities receive the necessary services and support to succeed in school.

The main provisions of the bill include allocating additional funds to states to improve early childhood education programs for children with disabilities, as well as providing resources for training and professional development for educators working with these children. The bill also aims to increase access to high-quality early intervention services for children with disabilities, in order to help them reach their full potential.

Supporters of the bill argue that investing in early childhood education for children with disabilities is crucial for their long-term success and well-being. By providing the necessary resources and support at an early age, these children can develop the skills and abilities they need to thrive in school and beyond. Opponents of the bill may argue that the increased funding proposed in the bill could lead to higher taxes or increased government spending. However, proponents of the bill believe that the benefits of investing in early childhood education for children with disabilities far outweigh the costs. Overall, the Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act aims to improve access to high-quality early childhood education for children with disabilities, in order to ensure that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize funding for section 619 and part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Policy Areas
Education

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Latest Summary5/18/2022

Funding Early Childhood is the Right IDEA Act

This bill authorizes through FY2027 specified provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for early childhood education.

Specifically, the bill authorizes Part B...


Latest Action2/1/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.