Assembly Bill 349 proposes amendments to the current child care regulations in Wisconsin, specifically regarding the number of children that certified child care operators can care for. Under existing law, individuals must obtain a license to provide care for four or more children under the age of seven. However, certified child care operators can currently care for up to three unrelated children and a total of six children. The bill amends this by allowing certified child care operators to care for up to six children under the age of seven, regardless of whether they are related to the operator.

The bill also includes specific provisions for operators caring for younger children. If a certified operator is caring for three children under the age of two, they may care for a total of five children. If they are caring for four children under the age of two, they may care for a total of four children. This legislation aims to provide more flexibility for certified child care operators while ensuring the safety and supervision of children in their care.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 48.65(1), 48.65