The bill establishes a pilot program coordinated by the Department of Administration, in collaboration with the Kansas Children's Cabinet and the Department of Health and Environment, to provide health services to child care providers working in licensed entities. The program will offer telehealth consultation services to eligible child care providers, including family child care homes and day care facilities, with specific income and insurance criteria. The program will be phased in over three fiscal years, expanding to include all child care providers by 2028. Additionally, accepted providers will receive reimbursements for prescription medication costs, and the Kansas Children's Cabinet is tasked with seeking grant funding to help offset program costs.

Furthermore, the bill aims to create uniform standards for licensed child care across the state, preventing local governments from imposing stricter regulations than those established by state law. It includes provisions for the operation and maintenance of child care facilities, emphasizing health, safety, and welfare standards. The bill also mandates that child care facilities ensure proper supervision and care for children, particularly regarding safe sleep practices for infants. Additionally, it outlines immunization requirements for children in care and provides for training programs for child care providers, with a reimbursement program for training costs. The bill repeals an existing statute related to child care facilities and will take effect upon publication.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-508