This bill amends existing legislation to increase the maximum number of children that a registered family day care provider can care for from five to ten. It stipulates that family day care homes providing care for more than five children must comply with all relevant health and safety code requirements and must have at least one additional trained individual present at all times to assist in child care. The bill also clarifies the definitions of terms related to child care, including the definition of a "family day care home" and the responsibilities of family day care providers.

Additionally, the bill mandates that family day care sponsoring organizations provide training and support to both the providers and any individuals assisting them in child care services. It requires the Commissioner of Human Services to utilize federal block grant funds to facilitate the necessary training for family day care providers. The bill aims to enhance the quality of care in family day care settings while allowing for greater capacity in child care services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:5B-3, 30:5B-18, 30:5B-21