Bill > H4429

This bill aims to ensure the health and safety of children by modifying the definition of "private child care program" in Massachusetts law. The bill clarifies that a private child care program refers to a facility that provides nonresidential custody and care for children under 7 years old, or under 16 years old if they have special needs, separate from their parents. The bill also specifies that such programs may operate before and after school, as well as during school vacations and holidays, but excludes services provided to children above 6 years old (or 15 years old for those with special needs) as part of a private educational system.