HB 8606

House·20th Congress·Filed Mar 17, 2026

An Act Strengthening K to 3 Foundational Learning and Nurturing Care by Establishing a National K to 3 Program with an Early Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (Elln) Core, Integrating Social and Emotional Learning and Values Formation, Aligning Health, Nutrition, and Responsive Caregiving Supports, Providing Protected Instructional Time, Budget Tagging and Progressive Prioritization, and for Other Purposes

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The bill creates a nationwide program for children in Kindergarten through Grade 3 that focuses on reading, math, social‑emotional skills, health, nutrition, and caregiving, with dedicated teaching time, teacher training, and earmarked funding.

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Edgar R. EriceReceipts →

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