This bill amends existing laws related to district-wide early education programs in Alaska. Specifically, it modifies AS 14.17.500(d) to state that a student in an approved early education program is counted as a full-time equivalent student, with the previous designation of being counted as "one-half of" a full-time equivalent student being deleted. Additionally, the bill repeals several sections of law, including AS 14.17.500(f), which is no longer necessary under the new framework.

The bill also includes a provision for its effective date, which is set for July 1, 2025. This change aims to streamline the counting of students in early education programs and potentially enhance funding and resources for these programs by recognizing them as full-time equivalent students.

Statutes affected:
HB0183A, AM HB 183, introduced 04/11/2025: 14.17.500, 14.07.020