Bill > AB212

This bill modifies the Virtual Early Childhood Family Engagement Program (previously called the "Pilot Program") within the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services by extending its operation and making several administrative adjustments. Specifically, the bill removes the word "Pilot" from the program's name, extends the program's expiration date from September 30, 2025, to September 30, 2027, and requires the selected nonprofit organization to submit detailed reports on July 30, 2025, July 30, 2026, and July 30, 2027. These reports must include comprehensive data about program enrollment, child demographics, educational outcomes, and parent satisfaction. The Department of Health and Human Services will then compile these reports and submit them to legislative committees and the Legislative Counsel Bureau. The bill also includes a financial appropriation of $1,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to continue implementing the program, which aims to provide training and coaching to parents and guardians to enhance children's kindergarten readiness across all geographic areas of Nevada. The act will become effective on July 1, 2025, ensuring continued support for early childhood education and family engagement.