The bill amends Section 402 of the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act to update and clarify definitions related to child care. Notable changes include the modification of the definitions of "adult" and "child or minor" to include individuals who are in the legal custody of the Office of Juvenile Affairs and whose jurisdiction has been extended beyond the age of eighteen, as per the Oklahoma Juvenile Code. Additionally, the definition of "family child care home" has been revised to specify that it provides care for seven or fewer children, while also clarifying that informal arrangements made by parents with neighbors or friends do not fall under this definition.
The bill also updates various terms and definitions related to child care facilities, such as "child care center," "foster family home," and "large family child care home," ensuring that they reflect current practices and standards. The inclusion of terms like "rap back," which refers to notifications of subsequent criminal activity for individuals with completed background checks, emphasizes the importance of safety and oversight in child care settings. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, highlighting the urgency of these updates for the welfare of children in care.