This bill amends Sections 39-1102 and 39-1109 of the Idaho Code, focusing on daycare licensing and safety standards. It revises the definition of "supervision" to include specific requirements for monitoring children based on their age, and allows for the use of live video and audio to monitor sleeping children, provided the caregiver is nearby to offer immediate assistance. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definitions of various daycare-related terms, such as "staff," "provider," and "ratio," and introduces a new definition for "training" related to continuing education in child development.

In terms of safety standards, the bill mandates that daycare facilities comply with specific requirements, including the presence of fire and smoke alarms, functional telephones, and secure storage for firearms. It also outlines safety measures for bodies of water on the premises, such as fencing and supervision requirements. Notably, the bill allows for the exclusion of a provider's own children aged five and older from the child:staff ratio calculations in family daycare homes or group daycare facilities. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective from July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 39-1102, 39-1109
Engrossment 1: 39-1102, 39-1109