As used in this chapter, "eligible child" refers to an individual who:

1. (1) in the case of an individual who is enrolled before May 1, 2025:

   1. (A) is at least four (4) years of age and less than five (5) years of age on August 1 of the state fiscal year for which a grant is sought under the prekindergarten program;
   2. (B) is a resident of Indiana or otherwise has legal settlement in Indiana, as determined under IC 20-26-11 ;
   3. (C) is a member of a household with an annual income that does not exceed one hundred fifty percent (150%) of the federal poverty level;
   4. (D) receives qualified early education services from an eligible provider, as determined by the office;
   5. (E) has a parent or guardian who participates in a parental engagement and involvement component provided by the eligible provider;
   6. (F) has a parent or guardian who agrees to ensure that the child meets the attendance requirements determined by the office; and
   7. (G) meets the requirements under section 7.2(a) and 7.2(c) of this chapter; and

2. (2) in the case of an individual who is enrolled on or after May 1, 2025:

   1. (A) is at least four (4) years of age and less than five (5) years of age on August 1 of the state fiscal year for which a grant is sought under the prekindergarten program;
   2. (B) is a resident of Indiana or otherwise has legal settlement in Indiana, as determined under IC 20-26-11 ;
   3. (C) is a member of a household with an annual income that does not exceed one hundred thirty-five percent (135%) of the federal poverty level;
   4. (D) receives qualified early education services from an eligible provider, as determined by the office;
   5. (E) has a parent or guardian who participates in a parental engagement and involvement component provided by the eligible provider;
   6. (F) has a parent or guardian who agrees to ensure that the child meets the attendance requirements determined by the office; and
   7. (G) meets the requirements under section 7.2(a) and 7.2(c) of this chapter.

As added by P.L.202-2014, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.184-2017, SEC.13; P.L.268-2019, SEC.1; P.L.201-2023, SEC.138; P.L.1-2025, SEC.173; P.L.213-2025, SEC.121.