The bill proposes an appropriation 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 bill also authorizes 13 part-time or temporary employees under the "Extra Help" category. The total amount appropriated for various operational expenses, including regular salaries, extra help, personal services matching, and grants, amounts to $15,365,574.

Additionally, the bill includes several specific appropriations for federal expenses, child care program grants, loan guarantees, and other operational costs, with detailed amounts specified for each category. Notably, it inserts provisions for emergency clauses to ensure the act's effectiveness starting July 1, 2025, to prevent any disruption in essential governmental programs. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing fiscal control laws and the intent of the General Assembly regarding the appropriated funds.