The resolution designates February 5, 2025, as Early Childhood Advocacy Day in Kansas, emphasizing the importance of investing in the well-being and education of young children and their caregivers. It highlights that 90% of a child's brain development occurs before kindergarten, and that early experiences significantly influence a child's future social, academic, and career success. The resolution underscores the critical role parents and caregivers play in fostering healthy development and the necessity of stable, supportive relationships during the early years.
Furthermore, the resolution advocates for increased access to high-quality, affordable child care and early childhood education as essential components for the success of Kansas children and the state's economic growth. It asserts that investing in early childhood services not only benefits individual children but also contributes to the long-term economic strength of Kansas, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars in the future. The resolution calls for ongoing support for these initiatives and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share copies with various child care and advocacy organizations in the state.