A bill advanced by the Senate education committee would raise the age limit on Iowa’s free preschool program to allow some 5-year-olds to enroll and receive funding. Children who turn 5 between March 15 and Sept. 15 would be eligible under the bill, which also allows preschool providers to count 5-year-old children for state funding purposes for one year. The bill aims to provide options for families who may want to hold their kids back from starting preschool until they are older. The bill has passed the Iowa House and is now eligible for debate by the full Senate.