The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6903, aims to establish a one-year pilot program administered by the Commissioner of Early Childhood, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Social Services. This program is designed to disseminate information about child care services, early intervention programs, and financial assistance programs to expectant mothers receiving prenatal care in hospitals across the state. The bill outlines the criteria for selecting five hospitals to participate, emphasizing those that serve low-income families and are located in areas with high demand for child care services. Additionally, it mandates that information be provided to patients during their first trimester whenever possible and includes a tracking system for the distribution of these documents.

The bill also requires the Commissioner to compile tailored documents for each participating hospital, which will include lists of local child care centers, descriptions of early intervention programs, and details on financial assistance programs. A survey will be administered to parents or guardians who enroll their children in these services to assess the program's impact. Finally, a report analyzing the pilot program's efficacy and potential recommendations for expansion will be submitted to the General Assembly by June 1, 2028. The act will take effect upon passage and introduces new legal language to current law while deleting outdated provisions.