An Act Regarding Public Preschool Programs Serving Children Who Are 3 Years Of Age

This bill amends Maine's public preschool program eligibility requirements to clarify that children who will turn three by October 15th may enroll if the program serves non-disabled three-year-olds. The key provision adds language to exclude children identified as having disabilities from this specific enrollment category, ensuring programs serving typically developing three-year-olds maintain their designated focus. The change affects families of three-year-old children and public preschool administrators by refining who qualifies for these specific programs. This legislative adjustment does not expand or restrict overall access but rather clarifies existing eligibility criteria for non-disabled three-year-olds.