HHS: Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming

Federal Register

Aug 21, 2024

Notice of final rule from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) making regulatory changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) to support and stabilize the Head Start workforce and improve the quality of services Head Start programs. Among other things, changes aim to support and stabilize the Head Start workforce through new requirements for staff wages, benefits, and wellness supports; strengthen mental health services for children, families, and staff by integrating mental health into all aspects of program service delivery; and improve the quality of services provided to children and families across a variety of other service areas. This rule is effective August 21, 2024.

Child care · Children and youth · Families · Health workforce · Healthcare quality · Legislation and regulations · Mental health