HR1173: HR1173 Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol; February 18, 2026; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial measure from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it sets aside February 18, 2026, as Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol to recognize early childhood educators, child care providers, and program administrators across Georgia. The resolution cites research suggesting that high-quality early childhood education improves school readiness, literacy, and long-term educational outcomes. It encourages continued collaboration among policymakers, community leaders, and stakeholders to expand access to early childhood education and support the programs' long-term sustainability. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press.

• Designates February 18, 2026, as Early Childhood Education Day at the Georgia state capitol.
• Formally recognizes early childhood educators, program administrators, and staff for their work with Georgia families.
• Encourages policymakers, community leaders, and stakeholders to keep working together to expand access to early childhood education.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to produce copies of the resolution for the public and press.

Early childhood educators, child care providers, and program administrators in Georgia, along with the families who rely on their services. The Georgia Child Care Association and the Clerk of the House of Representatives are also directly referenced in the resolution.

The resolution carries no legal or funding effect, but it gives formal state recognition to the early childhood education workforce and signals legislative interest in supporting access to child care and early learning programs in Georgia.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the role of early childhood educators and cite research on the benefits of high-quality early education.
• The first resolving clause designates February 18, 2026, as Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol.
• The second resolving clause encourages ongoing collaboration to strengthen access to early childhood education and program sustainability.
• The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

1. 2026-01-29House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-29House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-29House Hopper (House)

• Jan Jones (R, HD-047)Primary sponsor
• Chris Erwin (R, HD-032)
• Carmen Rice (R, HD-139)
• Bethany Ballard (R, HD-147)
• Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
• Matt Dubnik (R, HD-029)

• early childhood education
• child care
• state capitol recognition
• education policy