Establish a statewide pilot program to improve kindergarten readiness.
To House Finance
Summary
The bill establishes the Kindergarten Readiness Touchpad Pilot Program, which will distribute child‑friendly tablets preloaded with early‑learning apps to eligible three‑ and four‑year‑olds. It targets families with low income or other risk factors and partners with education, health, and community agencies to provide guidance and evaluate outcomes. The goal is to improve early literacy and numeracy skills before kindergarten, especially in underserved areas.
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