equal-access-provider-options-for-parents

Reason(s) for non-compliance: • The Lead Agency does not provide grants or contracts for direct services for infants and toddlers, for children in underserved geographic areas, and for children with disabilities, as required by 98.30(b)(1). (Plan Questions 4.1.1c and 4.5.1i). Please note the Lead Agency has an approved waiver for this requirement through August 1, 2026. Overall Target Completion Date: 09/30/2026 Action Step Number Action Step Description Target Completion Date 1 Request technical assistance 01/31/2025 2 Explore EHS blending and braiding funding, PPEC, and infant/toddler network 06/30/2025 3 Stakeholder engagement 06/30/2026 4 Review needs assessment data to assist in creating policy on implementing grants and contracts for children in geographic areas and children with disabilities 06/30/2026 5 Message to stakeholders 06/30/2026 6 Public comment period for amendment 07/31/2026 7 Plan amendment to 4.5.1i 09/30/2026