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GA SB589
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matt Brass
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AI Summary
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Children who turn four or five years old by September 1 become eligible for enrollment in Georgia's voluntary Pre-K Program at the request of their parent or guardian
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Enrollment is limited to one year per child; no student may participate in the Pre-K program for more than one year
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Four-year-olds and five-year-olds must be treated equally when selecting students for available Pre-K seats
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Effective July 1, 2026, applying to the 2026-2027 school year and beyond
Legislative Description
"Quality Basic Education Act"; the date by which a child must attain a certain age to be eligible for enrollment in kindergarten or first grade; revise
Last Action
House Second Readers
3/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Education3/9/2026
Education and Youth2/26/2026
Full Bill Text
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