The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning child care and early learning services, revising definitions for terms such as "child care facility," "child care personnel," and introducing "school-age children." It updates licensing standards for child care facilities, removes certain informational requirements for large family child care homes, and changes the terminology from "family day care" to "family child care." Additionally, the bill establishes that residential property insurance policies will not cover liability claims related to large family child care homes and prohibits insurers from denying or canceling policies based solely on the operation of such homes.

Furthermore, the legislation creates the Florida Endowment for Early Learning Foundation within a Department of Education direct-support organization, detailing its purpose, funding sources, and governance structure. It mandates the separation of state and private funds and requires annual reporting. The bill also expands the administration of the Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (TEACH) Scholarship Program to include the Center for Early Childhood Professional Recognition, ensuring alignment in training standards. Other provisions include updates to personnel screening requirements for child care facilities, with all changes set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 765 Filed: 402.305, 627.70161, 1002.95, 39.101