This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to require that child-care subsidies be calculated based on monthly enrollment instead of daily attendance. This change aims to provide a more stable and predictable funding structure for child-care providers, which may enhance their financial security and operational planning. The new provision is inserted as subsection (k) in section 49-2-113, which outlines the requirements for residential child-care centers and related facilities.

The bill retains existing regulations regarding the licensing and certification of various child-care facilities, including family day-care homes and out-of-school time programs. It also maintains the exemptions for certain educational and recreational programs, ensuring that the new subsidy structure does not disrupt the current framework for child-care services in West Virginia. Overall, the legislation seeks to improve the accessibility and reliability of child-care support for families in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-2-113