Governor's FY 2009-2010 Budget for Office of Child Development and Early Learning
(OCDEL)
On February 4, Governor Rendell released his proposed budget for FY 2009-2010,
including
his proposal for programs affiliated with the Office of Child Development and Early
learning (OCDEL) of the Pennsylvania Departments of Education and Public Welfare.
In this difficult economic climate, Pennsylvania recognizes the vital importance
of providing supports to our young children and families (especially to our most
vulnerable) while being fiscally responsible. To that end, in 2009-2010, Pennsylvania
proposes
providing more children with access to quality early education opportunities
while freezing provider rates for its early childhood programs.Listed below are documents that explain the details of the budget: