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 DHS is required to complete this review within 90 days of the bill's effective date. If the review indicates that the current reimbursement rates are insufficient, the DHS must seek federal funding to support adequate compensation for these providers, including applying for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to secure federal financial participation under the Child Care and Development Block Grant.

Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to prepare 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 sponsors is to ensure that child care providers who operate during non-traditional hours receive appropriate financial support, addressing the additional expenses they incur due to extended operating hours that are not currently compensated by the existing reimbursement rates.