Multnomah County’s preschool program under fire amid $485 million in unused funds, sparks national education debate

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has called for a major overhaul of Multnomah County’s Preschool for All program, criticizing its execution and the $485 million in unspent funds. Only 11% of potential providers are participating, leaving many families without promised access. While Kotek urges reforms to tax structures and provider onboarding, county officials defend the program’s progress. The controversy has sparked broader debate about early childhood education policy across Oregon and the US, as reported by KPTV.