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HB 5478·WV·house

Establish a statewide pilot program to improve kindergarten readiness.

In CommitteeFiled Feb 12, 2026
Sponsor: Sean Hornbuckle (D)
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To House Finance

Feb 23, 2026

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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