Description
The State of Alaska, through the Department of Education and Early Development, has filed permanent regulatory changes to the Early Education Program Standards (4 AAC 60.190). The regulations were reviewed and approved by the Department of Law and filed by the Lieutenant Governor on October 8, 2026, with an effective date of November 7, 2026. The changes adopt updated standards for high‑quality early‑education programs and allow districts to adapt programs to local cultural values. No additional appropriations are required, and no public comments were received. • Filing number: 2025200068 • Effective date: 11/7/2026 • Authority: AS 14.07.020 and related statutes • No cost increase to the state • Public comment period closed with zero comments • Primary contact: Nancy Dahlstrom, Lieutenant Governor (907) 465‑3520, [email protected]