STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28653 / H0227
This is an FY 2021 supplemental appropriation bill for Idaho Public Television. It provides $450,000 and 1.00
FTP for an early childhood care 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. The grant's 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. Idaho Public
Television will receive a portion of this grant to create educational resources and conduct outreach over the next
three years. Idaho Public Television would use funding to: create educational PSAs; develop literacy training
modules for parents and care givers; coordinate with a strategic relations firm; develop/provide Idaho Public
Television in-person training/workshops for families, care providers, and libraries; and develop an application
that can be accessed by families and child care providers.
FISCAL NOTE
This bill provides an additional appropriation of 1.00 FTP and $450,000 ongoing from Federal Funds to Idaho
Public Television 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, 8:41 AM