This bill amends the existing child care regulations in Michigan, specifically focusing on the development and management of drinking water plans in child care centers. It mandates that each center must create a drinking water management plan by January 24, 2025, which must be made available to relevant parties upon request. The plan should detail the locations of water outlets, the maintenance of filtered water sources, and the regular replacement of filter cartridges. Additionally, child care centers are required to conduct water sampling and testing every two years to check for lead contamination, with specific actions outlined for varying levels of lead detected in the water.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that by October 24, 2025, child care centers must post signs indicating whether water outlets provide water for human consumption and ensure that any water provided to children is from filtered sources. If a center has conducted lead testing between January 24, 2022, and January 24, 2025, and found no lead, it may be exempt from some requirements. The bill also includes provisions for notifying parents about water testing results and filter replacement dates, ensuring transparency and safety in the water provided to children in care.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 722.113