CT SB00662

Establishes an early childhood trust fund administered by the State Treasurer to support early childhood education initiatives in Connecticut.

Funds the trust through budget surplus deposits, a one-dollar-per-night surplus on room occupancy tax revenue, and corporate or philanthropic donations.

Allocates fund moneys to increase compensation for early childhood education providers and support a cost-sharing pilot program where the state, providers, and families each cover one-third of operating costs.

Directs funds toward incentive payments to early childhood education providers for innovative projects and creates a database on the Office of Early Childhood Internet website.