This bill proposes an amendment to West Virginia Code §49-2-113, specifically targeting the licensure and approval requirements for residential child care centers. The key change is the removal of the stipulation that kindergarten, preschool, or school education programs operated by private, parochial, or church schools must be recognized by the West Virginia Department of Education Policy 2330 to qualify for exemption from certain child care-related licensure, approval, certification, and registration requirements. This adjustment aims to simplify the regulatory framework for these educational programs, allowing them to operate without the need for state recognition under the specified policy.

In addition to this primary amendment, the bill retains existing provisions regarding the licensure and approval processes for various child care facilities and services, including family day-care homes and residential child-care centers. It also maintains the requirements for emergency evacuation plans and the registration of out-of-school time care programs. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the operational flexibility of private educational institutions while ensuring that essential safety and care standards remain in place for child care services in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-2-113