This bill mandates that child care centers in New Jersey must establish procedures to notify parents or guardians in the event of a child's unexcused absence as a condition for obtaining or renewing their licenses. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is required to ensure that these notification procedures are in place before issuing a regular license or approval. If a center fails to establish these procedures, the DCF has the authority to deny, revoke, or refuse to renew the center's license or approval.

Additionally, the bill directs the DCF to adopt rules and regulations to implement these requirements in accordance with the "Administrative Procedure Act." The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, reinforcing the importance of communication between child care centers and families regarding children's attendance.