STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28654 / H0226
This is an FY 2021 supplemental appropriation bill for the Office of the State Board of Education. It provides
$5,980,500 for an early childhood education development grant. In January of 2021, the Office of the State
Board of Education was notified that it was the recipient of a federal grant (for birth through five) to support
the development of Idaho's early childhood care and education system. To administer this grant, the Office
of the State Board will partner with the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (IDAEYC), a
registered 501(c)(3) operating in Idaho.
The Idaho State Board of Education will be the designated state agency to receive the federal grant and
work closely with IDAEYC to ensure the grant is administered to meet the objectives identified in the needs
assessment (conducted in 2020). The goal is to provide education resources for children ages birth through
five - in multiple formats - and support locally-controlled, high-quality, and family-focused programs and
educators that support the optimal growth and development of young children.
FISCAL NOTE
This bill provides an additional appropriation of 0.50 FTP and $5,980,500 ongoing from Federal Funds to the
Office of the State Board of Education for FY 2021.
Contact:
Janet E Jessup
Budget and Policy Analysis
(208) 334-4730
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/23/2021, 8:39 AM