House Sponsors: COULSON-MULLIGAN. Short description: GREAT S.T.A.R.T. PROGRAM Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that beginning October 1, 2000, the Department of Human Services shall operate a Great START (Strategy To Attract and Retain Teachers) program to improve children's educational outcomes in child care by encouraging increased professional preparation by staff and staff retention. Provides that the Department shall provide wage supplements to licensed child care center personnel, licensed family day care home personnel, and licensed group day care home personnel, paying increasing amounts for higher levels of educational attainment beyond minimum qualifications and recognizing longevity of employment. Provides that the Department shall convene an advisory commission to make recommendations on the components of the Great START program. Provides that the Department shall evaluate the Great START program and submit a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2002. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status