The bill amends RCW 43.216.010 to update definitions related to early learning program licensing requirements in Washington State. Notable changes include the insertion of new definitions such as "outdoor nature-based child care," which describes programs that provide early learning services in outdoor settings, and the addition of "a part-day or school-day early childhood education and assistance program or head start program that is located in a public school building or on public school property" as an exception to the definition of "agency." Additionally, the bill modifies the numbering of certain subsections to reflect these changes.

The bill also clarifies the scope of what constitutes an "agency" providing child care and early learning services, specifying various types of providers and the conditions under which they are exempt from licensing requirements. For instance, it includes provisions for family day care providers and outlines the criteria for programs operated by governmental units or located on military reservations. These amendments aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing early learning programs, ensuring that they meet the needs of children and families while maintaining quality standards in early childhood education.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 43.216.010