The bill aims to enhance the well-being of children in child care by improving transparency measures and modifying liability insurance requirements. Key amendments include the requirement for child day care centers, outdoor nature-based child care providers, and family day care providers to prominently post various items, such as proof of insurance coverage, the department's toll-free number, and notices of any pending enforcement actions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the department notify parents and guardians when a child care provider's license is suspended, revoked, or not renewed, ensuring that families are informed about the status of their child care provider.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding liability insurance, requiring licensed child day care centers and outdoor nature-based child care providers to provide proof of insurance at the time of licensure or renewal. It also stipulates that family day care providers must inform parents about their insurance status and any changes in coverage. The department is tasked with reviewing the minimum liability limits for day care insurance and making recommendations for updates by December 1, 2025. The bill includes a new section that outlines the department's responsibilities to assess the accessibility of information on its website and to create a standard notice for posting, with an expiration date set for August 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.216.325, 43.216.687, 43.216.700