Your comprehensive source for the latest DEC policy news, federal updates, action alerts, and advocacy resources. August 13th, 2026 | Day of Action: Tell Congress to Protect Head Start The Administration has proposed changes to Head Start and Early Head Start requirements that could eliminate important protections and supports for children and families—including child-to-staff ratios, services for pregnant and postpartum families, mental health services, and other comprehensi

Join DEC and your fellow community members for DEC Coffee Chats Policy and Advocacy Special Edition - Tuesdays and Thursdays every other week through December 2026! We will discuss current policy issues and share resources. Each chat will begin with 20-30 minutes of federal updates followed by time for you to connect with your peers. Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend! DEC Coffee and Policy Chats are not recorded to help facilitate a space for open discussion