This bill amends the Public School Contracts Law to allow boards of education to award contracts for preschool education services without the requirement for public advertising and bidding. Specifically, it permits contracts for preschool education services provided by licensed childcare providers or Head Start programs, which are supported by preschool education aid, to be awarded by resolution of the board of education. This change aims to streamline the process for securing preschool education services, which are essential for early childhood education.

Additionally, the bill extends the maximum duration of these preschool education services contracts from the current limit of 24 months to a new maximum of three years. This extension is intended to provide greater stability and continuity in preschool education services, allowing providers to plan and deliver their programs more effectively. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the accessibility and quality of preschool education by simplifying the contracting process and allowing for longer-term agreements.