Bill > HB455

This bill appropriates $1 million from the state's general fund to New Mexico's Early Childhood Education and Care Department specifically to support math and reading education for pre-kindergarten through third-grade students. The funding is intended for fiscal year 2026 and will be used to provide targeted online educational support with three primary goals: implementing evidence-based instructional programs based on reading science, offering professional development for educators, and supplying high-quality learning materials for caregivers. The bill emphasizes early intervention to strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy skills, and any unspent funds at the end of the fiscal year will be returned to the general fund. This targeted approach aims to address educational gaps and provide supplemental support for young learners during critical early education years, when foundational academic skills are being developed.

Education

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=455&year=25