Proposed changes to Head Start program standards
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The Administration for Children and Families at the Department of Health and Human Services has proposed a new set of rules for Head Start programs. If approved, these rules would replace the current Performance Standards that were last updated in 2024.
Why it matters: This is an administrative change that would alter how much federal oversight local programs face compared to state or local authority.
Who it affects
- Head Start program administrators and agencies
This is a proposed rule from the Department of Health and Human Services; readers should consult the Federal Register for full details before relying on these changes.
Agency: Health and Human Services Department, Children and Families Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document