This bill amends Section 237A.13, subsection 5 of the Iowa Code to modify the billing and payment provisions for the state's child care assistance program. It allows child care providers to choose between biweekly or monthly billing based on the number of hours of child care scheduled for a child enrolled in the program. The bill also stipulates that the Department of Human Services must remit payment to providers within ten business days of receiving a bill or claim, with specific procedures in place for addressing any errors or omissions in the billing.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the payment process is based on scheduled hours rather than hours of care actually provided. This change aims to streamline the payment process for child care providers and ensure timely payments while maintaining accountability for billing accuracy.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 237A.13