This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the Department of Education - Office of Early Childhood for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees totaling 177, with specific positions and salary grades outlined. The total amount appropriated for the Office of Early Childhood Operations is $15,365,574, which includes allocations for regular salaries, extra help, personal services matching, and various operational expenses. Additionally, the bill provides for federal expenses, child care program grants, loan guarantees, and grants, with specific amounts designated for each category.

Key insertions in the bill include the establishment of a maximum of 3 Administrative Specialist II positions and the allocation of $2,500,000 for grants and aid. Other appropriations include $9,000,000 for child care program grants and expenses, $200,000 for childcare facility grants, and $268,670,324 for early childhood federal expenses. The bill also includes an emergency clause, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the timely operation of the agency and prevent any disruption in essential governmental programs.