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Urgent Action Needed: Stop SB 5752 in the House
Since our last visit to the Capitol, Early ECEAP has been put on the chopping block. On March 12, 2025, the Senate passed SB 5752, a bill that completely eliminates Early ECEAP, Washington’s only early intervention program for infants and toddlers from low-income families. Now, the fight moves to the House of Representatives—and we need your voice more than ever.
What’s at Stake?
If SB 5752 becomes law, thousands of vulnerable families will lose access to:
- Health screenings to detect developmental delays early
- Home visiting programs that provide parenting education and support
- Nutrition, mental health, and wraparound services that stabilize families
- A pathway out of poverty for families who don’t qualify for other programs
Early ECEAP is not childcare—it’s a lifeline. Without it, families who don’t qualify for Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) or Early Head Start will be left with no support at all.
We Still Have Time to Stop This Bill!
SB 5752 is now in the House of Representatives, where legislators have the power to reject it. The House Early Learning & Human Services Committee will be reviewing the bill soon, and we need to flood them with messages urging them to vote NO.
Take Action Now: Tell Your Representative to Vote NO on SB 5752
Your voice can make a difference. Use our quick form to send an email directly to your state representative and tell them to protect Early ECEAP.
[SEND YOUR MESSAGE NOW] (Button linking to the Gravity Forms advocacy form)
Every email, call, and message counts. The future of Washington’s youngest children depends on what we do right now.
More Ways to Help
Call Your Representative – A personal phone call is one of the most effective ways to advocate. Use our Legislator Lookup Tool to find your representative’s number.
- Spread the Word – Share this page and use the hashtags #SaveEarlyECEAP #NoOnSB5752 #ProtectWAKids on social media.
- Submit Public Testimony – If the House schedules a hearing on SB 5752, we’ll need advocates to share their stories. Stay tuned for updates!
Together, we can stop SB 5752 and ensure Washington continues to invest in early intervention. Thank you for taking action!