Bill > HB0936

This bill amends Tennessee's child care law by modifying the definition of family relationships in Section 71-3-501(12). Specifically, the bill clarifies that nieces and nephews of the whole or half-blood are considered related to a primary caregiver for purposes of child care agency regulations. The change removes the original language that did not specify the blood relationship of nieces and nephews, and replaces it with more precise wording that explicitly includes nieces and nephews "of the whole or half-blood." This means that if a caregiver is looking after their nieces or nephews who are either fully or half-biological relatives, they will now be more clearly recognized under the state's child care laws. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare by providing clearer guidance on family relationships in child care settings.

Health and Social Services

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0936&ga=114