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This bill modifies Utah's child care licensing and certification regulations, introducing several key changes. The bill updates requirements for residential and center-based child care providers, including clarifying age ranges for qualifying children and background check procedures. Providers who care for four to eight children will now need to register with the state, undergo background checks, maintain CPR and first aid certification, and inform parents that they are not officially licensed. The bill also specifies that providers whose licenses or certifications are revoked cannot provide child care services for one year. Additionally, the legislation adjusts terminology around age ranges, streamlines application processes, and ensures providers can offer after-school care beyond their standard capacity limits without requiring additional licensing. The bill aims to balance child safety with flexibility for child care providers, making incremental improvements to existing child care regulations. The changes will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving providers time to adapt to the new requirements.

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