This bill mandates the Department of Human Services (DHS) to conduct a review of the reimbursement rates provided by the state's child care assistance program to ensure that these rates adequately compensate child care providers who offer services during non-traditional hours, such as early mornings and late evenings. The review must be completed within 90 days of the bill's effective date. If the DHS finds that the current reimbursement rates are insufficient, it is required to seek federal funding sources, including applying for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to secure federal financial participation under the Child Care and Development Block Grant.

Additionally, the DHS is tasked with preparing a written report of the review, which must be posted on its website and made available to child care providers upon request. The bill will take effect immediately and will expire once the report is issued. The intent of the bill is to address the financial challenges faced by child care providers who operate during non-traditional hours, as they currently receive compensation for only about seven hours of operation, which does not cover the additional expenses incurred for extended hours of service.