Senate Bill 26 amends the statutes regarding the leasing of facilities by technical colleges. Currently, technical colleges are prohibited from leasing their facilities for school purposes after June 30, 1999. However, this bill introduces an exception that allows technical colleges to lease their facilities to others specifically for the operation of a child care center, provided they receive approval from the Technical College System Board.

The amendment modifies the existing legal language in section 38.14 (2) (d) 1. by adding that leases for the operation of a child care center are permissible despite the general prohibition on leasing for school purposes. This change aims to enhance the availability of child care services in the community while utilizing the resources of technical colleges. The bill will take effect for leases entered into on or after the effective date of the legislation.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 38.14(2)(d)1, 38.14