SB 478 (2024)

Makes several regulatory changes related to child care. First, this bill removes the requirement for child care employment eligibility cards, and instead simply requires the state to notify a person if they are eligible to be employed in a child care program. Second, this bill removes the requirement that the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) give notice of a residential child care facility's license to the local health officer and local fire department. Third, this bill revises the specialized care license from a 2-year to a 3-year license cycle. Lastly, this bill authorizes DHHS to to fine residential child care facilities and child placing agencies for noncompliance with licensure requirements. This bill was a request from DHHS.