Bill > SF91

This bill modifies the staffing rules for child care centers in Minnesota by allowing child care aides to substitute for teachers during morning arrival and afternoon departure times, with specific conditions. Under the new provision, a child care aide can replace a teacher during these periods, but only if the total arrival and departure time does not exceed 25 percent of the center's daily operating hours. To be eligible for this substitution, the child care aide must be at least 18 years old, have been employed at the child care center for a minimum of 30 days, and have completed required training, including orientation and specific training within the first 90 days of employment. This change aims to provide more flexibility in staffing while maintaining certain qualifications to ensure child safety. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving child care centers time to adapt to the new staffing guidelines.

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0091&ssn=0&y=2025