Early Childhood Educator Professional Improvement Act of 2026

(a) In general. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, is authorized to award grants to States to implement and administer the activities described in section 6.

(b) Duration

(1) In general. Each grant awarded under this Act shall be for a period of 5 years, with funding provided annually subject to the availability of appropriations and continued compliance with the terms of the grant.

(2) Renewal. A State awarded a grant under this Act may apply for renewal of the grant at the end of the 5-year grant period. The Secretary may renew the grant if the State demonstrates compliance with the requirements of this Act and satisfactory program outcomes.