HB 24-1182 Summary

• Appropriates supplemental funds to the Department of Early Childhood for fiscal year 2023-2024, amending the original budget in SB 23-214.

• Total appropriation of $806,419,352 distributed across general fund ($303,502,258), cash funds ($212,983,095), and federal funds ($273,121,916).

• Funds support five operational divisions: Executive Director's Office, Partnerships and Collaborations, Early Learning Access and Quality, Community and Family Support, and Licensing and Administration.

• Major funding includes $322 million for Universal Preschool Program, $162 million for Child Care Assistance Program, and $84 million for Early Intervention services.

• Includes transfer authority allowing the Department to reallocate funds that cannot be obligated by September 30, 2023, to child care sustainability and recruitment programs.