This bill mandates the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to revise its administrative rules to allow employees of child care centers who are 16 years of age or older to provide "flex care" to children up to five years old without requiring additional supervision. "Flex care" is defined as child care provided during designated nap hours and during short periods when a supervising employee who is 18 years or older is not present.

The bill clarifies the definitions of "child care" and "child care center" as per existing law, ensuring that the provisions align with the established definitions in section 237A.1. The changes aim to enhance flexibility in child care services while maintaining safety standards for young children.