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This weekend, the Illinois General Assembly approved a Fiscal Year 2026 state budget that includes additional funding for the state’s child care system. Unfortunately, the spending plan maintains current funding levels for several other critical early childhood programs.
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“Start Early commends Governor Pritzker and the General Assembly for their continued commitments to ensure Illinois families have the resources they need to thrive,” Start Early Illinois’ Executive Director Celena Sarillo said. “Although this final budget does not include all of the early childhood funding for which families and providers advocated, we are ready to work with policymakers, advocates and families this upcoming year to continue expanding access and strengthening programs and services, like preschool, home visiting and Early Intervention, that give children their best chance at success in school and in life.” |
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