This bill amends subsection 11 of section 50-11.1-03 of the North Dakota Century Code to expand the eligibility for counting training hours toward licensing requirements. Specifically, it allows that any hours of department-approved training related to child care completed by an applicant or staff member after submitting the necessary fees and application will count toward the licensing annual requirements for the following year.

The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to enhance the training framework for early childhood services by recognizing the contributions of both applicants and staff members in meeting licensing criteria. The legislative assembly has shown strong support for this amendment, as evidenced by the unanimous votes in both the Senate and House.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 50-11.1-03
Adopted by the Senate Human Services Committee: 50-11.1-03
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 50-11.1-03
Enrollment: 50-11.1-03
INTRODUCED: 50-11.1-03