Bill > HB06903

This bill establishes a one-year pilot program for the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood to help expectant mothers access important child care and support services. Specifically, the program will involve selecting five hospitals in geographically diverse areas, with a preference for those serving low-income families in regions with child care service gaps. The Commissioner of Early Childhood will compile and distribute documents to prenatal care patients during their first trimester, containing detailed information about local child care centers, early intervention programs, and available financial assistance programs. The documents will include specific contact information and website addresses for each service. Throughout 2026-2027, the program will distribute these informational materials and then conduct an optional survey of parents who enroll in child care or early intervention services to assess whether they learned about these services through the pilot program. By June 1, 2028, the Commissioner must submit a report to the legislative committee on children, analyzing the program's effectiveness and potentially recommending statewide implementation. The pilot program is designed to improve access to critical early childhood support services for expectant mothers, particularly in underserved communities.

Budget and Finance, Education, Health and Social Services

Committee on Children

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