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Starting July 1, 2026, the Illinois Department of Early Childhood will officially become the lead agency for Child Care Licensing, Head Start, Home Visiting, Early Intervention and the Child Care Assistance Program, Early Childhood Block Grant, and a range of other early childhood support to families, providers and educators.

Should you have any questions related to this transition please reference our Transition FAQ’s (PDF). Should you need further support visit our Contact page where you can submit your questions. We are excited to continue this journey with you!

ELC Executive Committee Racial Equity Retreat

ELC Executive Committee
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
10:00 AM to 03:00 PM CDT
Erikson Institute, 451 N. LaSalle Dr. Chicago, IL 60654 - Rooms 201-202

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