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January 24, 2024

Wisconsin

Republican Lawmakers Hope to Change 4K in Wisconsin to Bolster Child Care

Two Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill they say will strengthen the child care industry by altering the structure of Wisconsin’s public 4-year-old kindergarten.

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Illinois

Pritzker Visits Rochester Elementary School to Highlight Success of Smart Start

Governor JB Pritzker highlighted the more than 5,800 preschool seats created in the first year of Smart Start Illinois.

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Georgia

Georgia Lawmakers Want Smaller Pre-K Classes, More Teacher Pay to Boost Early Education

An ad hoc committee of Georgia House lawmakers is recommending smaller class sizes, higher teacher pay, and more money for operating and capital costs to beef up the state’s pre-kindergarten program.

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Michigan

Michigan is Investing in Early Child Care Education Workers through Apprenticeships

The need for early child care education professionals is critical around the country. The COVID pandemic forced thousands of centers to close, with many never reopening.

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