H.B. No. 4665 amends Section 42.0421(f) of the Human Resources Code to enhance the training requirements for employees and operators of certain child-care facilities. The bill specifies that the training must be appropriately targeted and relevant to the age of the children receiving care. It introduces new provisions that allow training to be provided by a school district, the Texas Education Agency, or a person who meets specific qualifications, including being a registered training provider, an instructor at an educational institution, or a professional with relevant expertise in child development.

The bill also outlines the qualifications for individuals who can provide training, which include having a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, relevant degrees, or significant experience in child development or early childhood education. This legislative change aims to ensure that child-care providers receive high-quality training that is pertinent to the needs of the children in their care, thereby improving the overall standard of child-care services in Texas. The Act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Human Resources Code 42.0421 (Human Resources Code 42)
House Committee Report: Human Resources Code 42.0421 (Human Resources Code 42)
Engrossed: Human Resources Code 42.0421 (Human Resources Code 42)