CT HB06921

Expands staff qualification requirements for Office of Early Childhood funded programs, with phased implementation requiring 25% bachelor's-level staff by June 2027, 50% by June 2030, and 60% after July 2030; family child care home providers must hold an early childhood associate degree or higher by July 2035

Modifies interdistrict magnet school transportation grants for regional educational service centers in the Sheff region, providing reimbursement for actual reasonable transportation costs (rather than per-pupil caps) starting fiscal year 2026, subject to comprehensive financial audits

Increases administrative funding cap for Early Start CT local/regional governance partners from $150,000 to $350,000, and requires the Office of Early Childhood to establish a family sliding fee scale for Early Start CT enrollment by July 1, 2027

Expands the definition of epinephrine and glucagon administration equipment to include nasal sprays and other FDA-approved delivery methods beyond cartridge injectors, updating requirements for schools, child care facilities, and authorized entities

Requires private special education providers and regional educational resource centers to submit base tuition and service costs to school districts by December 31st preceding each school year in which services will be provided