The bill amends the existing child care regulations under 1973 PA 116 by adding a new section, 12a, which mandates the establishment of a review and appeal process for child care centers, group child care homes, and family child care homes. This process must be created by the department within 90 days of the bill's effective date and allows these organizations to contest determinations of rule violations that do not lead to license denial, revocation, or refusal to renew, nor result in an injunction.

Additionally, the bill requires that the appeal process be documented in writing and made publicly available on the department's website, ensuring transparency and accessibility for child care providers seeking to challenge the department's decisions. This amendment aims to enhance the rights of child care organizations by providing them with a formal mechanism to appeal decisions that may affect their operations.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 722.111, 722.128