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S 749 106th Congress Senate

Early Learning Trust Fund Act

Official title: A bill to establish a program to provide financial assistance to States and local entities to support early learning programs for prekindergarten children, and for other purposes.

Introduced: May 24, 1999 See on congress.gov
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This bill died when the 106th Congress ended
It never became law before the 106th Congress (1999–2000) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
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Became law
Mar 25, 1999
Read twice and referred to the Committee on HELP.
Mar 25, 1999
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3487-3488)
Mar 25, 1999
Introduced in Senate
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 Latest action March 25, 1999

Read twice and referred to the Committee on HELP.

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Early Learning Trust Fund Act - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish and maintain a program of financial assistance to States and local entities for full day, full calendar year early learning services for prekindergarten children.

Sets forth program requirements for State allotments and local allocations, State administration through as Lead State Agency, State and local councils, applications, and reports.

Directs the Secretary of HHS to consult with the Secretary of Education in developing and issuing program guidance instructions.

Authorizes appropriations.

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 Committees of jurisdiction 1
 Cosponsors 1
All 1 Democratic 1
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Murray, Patty
Washington · May 24, 1999
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