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This bill modifies the composition of Hawaii's Early Learning Board by adding two new ex officio, non-voting members: the head start state collaboration office director and the president of the Head Start Association of Hawaii (or their designee). Currently, the board consists of voting members from different counties of Hawaii and at-large members, with ex officio members including the superintendent of education, director of human services, director of health, and president of the University of Hawaii. The bill also makes a minor technical correction by lowercase the word "university" when referring to the University of Hawaii. Head Start is a federal program that provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and their families. The proposed changes aim to enhance representation and input from organizations focused on early childhood learning and support on the Early Learning Board. The bill will take effect immediately upon approval.

Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1385&year=2026