30426686, 6M-4.720 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

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Notice: 30426686

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Division:

Division of Early Learning

Chapter:

DIVISION OF EARLY LEARNING - SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM

Overview

RULE:

6M-4.720

Screening of Children in the School Readiness Program

PURPOSE:

The rule is being amended to update and simplify child developmental screening requirements.

SUMMARY:

The proposed rule outlines the process for parents and child care providers to conduct developmental screenings for children ages 6 weeks to 60 months who are enrolled into the School Readiness Program and the referral process to early intervention services for screening results reflecting developmental concerns with parental consent.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

1001.02(1), F.S

LAW:

1002.84(5), F.S.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

1/22/2026 Vol. 52/14

COMMENTS:

From 1/22/2026 To 2/12/2026 (21 Days)
The public comment period for this notice has already expired.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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