Substitute Senate Bill No. 1381 amends Section 19a-421 of the general statutes in Connecticut, establishing that no individual may operate a youth camp without a license from the Office of Early Childhood. The bill outlines specific licensing fees for various applicants and mandates comprehensive background checks for employees with unsupervised access to children, including ongoing checks every five years. It also details the conditions under which the Commissioner of Early Childhood may refuse or revoke a license.

A notable insertion in the bill allows the Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol to operate youth camps without a license, provided they are located on state-owned property and comply with regulations regarding medication administration and monitoring children with diabetes. This exemption aims to facilitate the Civil Air Patrol's operation of youth camps while ensuring safety standards are met. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and does not impose any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities.

Statutes affected:
PS Joint Favorable Substitute:
File No. 378: