A bill for an act relating to the statewide preschool program by modifying provisions relating to eligibility, funding, and compulsory attendance and including applicability provisions.

Summary

The bill broadens Iowa’s universal preschool program so that children who turn five between March 15 and September 15 can enroll, while keeping the original four‑year‑old eligibility. It also defines how these children are counted for state funding and makes preschool attendance a compulsory‑age requirement unless parents opt out in writing. The changes take effect for school budget years starting July 1, 2027.

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