WA HB1489

Delays full implementation of the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) from the 2026-27 school year to the 2030-31 school year, when any eligible child would be entitled to enroll

Postpones the expansion of "family with financial need" eligibility from 36% to 50% of state median income from the 2030-31 school year to the 2034-35 school year

Delays Working Connections Child Care eligibility expansion for families earning 60-75% of state median income from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2029

Postpones Working Connections Child Care eligibility expansion for families earning 75-85% of state median income from July 1, 2027 to July 1, 2031

Declared an emergency measure taking effect July 1, 2025, with certain sections taking effect July 1, 2026