This bill amends existing legislation regarding the modernization of family child care regulations in Minnesota. It mandates that the commissioner of Children, Youth, and Families work with an independent organization or consultant, excluding the National Association for Regulatory Administration, to develop updated family child care licensing standards. The new standards are required to prioritize the health and safety of children, be child-centered, family-friendly, and fair to providers. The consultant must engage with stakeholders, including parents and licensed family child care providers, to gather input on licensing standards and the potential risks associated with violations.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the proposals and documents related to the stakeholder engagement process must be made available in multiple languages, including Hmong, Korean, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese. The updated licensing standards and risk-based compliance monitoring model cannot be implemented before January 1, 2027. The timeline for submitting the proposed legislation to the legislative committees has been extended to February 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the regulatory framework for family child care while ensuring stakeholder involvement and accessibility.