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This bill establishes the Liability Insurance for Child Care Providers Act, which aims to address the challenges faced by licensed child care providers in obtaining affordable liability insurance. The bill directs the Department of Children and Family Services to conduct a comprehensive study examining existing child care licensing regulations, the availability and affordability of liability insurance, and the impact of regulatory actions on insurance coverage. The study will also explore best practices from other states to promote safe and sustainable child care programs. The bill mandates a systematic review of administrative rules to shift the licensing approach from punitive to collaborative, focusing on educational support and safety enhancement. Key reforms include developing a weighted violation monitoring system, delaying public posting of violations, and allowing providers time to contest or correct citations. Additionally, the department will investigate potential solutions to reduce insurance costs, such as insurance subsidies, reinsurance pools, and premium caps. The bill requires annual reviews and reports on the implementation and outcomes of these efforts, with the ultimate goal of supporting child care providers while maintaining high safety standards.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1803&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104