Bill > HB2496

This bill amends the Child Care Act of 1969 to protect child care workers from being negatively impacted by new employment eligibility requirements. Specifically, the bill ensures that if the Department of Children and Family Services introduces new education or experience requirements for a specific position, current employees already holding that position will be grandfathered in and will not be required to meet the new criteria. Additionally, the bill provides job mobility protection for employees by stipulating that if an individual seeks an equivalent position at a different facility, they shall remain eligible for employment even if new eligibility criteria have been established. This legislation aims to provide job security and prevent unnecessary barriers for existing child care workers, recognizing their current experience and preventing potential disruptions in employment due to evolving professional standards. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2496&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104