House Bill 3424: Creates a Full-Day Kindergarten Program for At-Risk Children

South Carolina
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Last Updated: February 4, 2013

Sponsors:

Representative J.E. Smith

Summary:

This bill would create the South Carolina Child Development Education Program (CDEP), which would be a full day, 4-year-old kindergarten program for at-risk children. It would begin as a voluntary program for families, but these programs often evolve into mandatory programs. Included in this program would be parenting education by the state.

HSLDA's Position:

HSLDA opposes any such expansion of state involvement in education and parenting.

Action Requested:

None at this time

Status:

Referred to committee. See "Bill History" link below.