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This bill provides a mechanism to ensure continuous funding for Head Start programs during fiscal year 2026 in case standard appropriations are not in place. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Treasury to provide necessary funding to continue Head Start projects and activities at the same level as fiscal year 2025, using the authority outlined in the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. The appropriations will remain in effect until one of three events occurs: a new appropriation is enacted for Head Start, a Department of Health and Human Services appropriations resolution passes without Head Start funding, or September 30, 2026 is reached. Any expenses under this bill will be retroactively charged to the applicable future appropriation when it is enacted. The bill is designed to prevent any interruption in Head Start services, which are early childhood education programs primarily serving low-income children, by ensuring continuous funding even if the standard federal budget process experiences delays.

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