Bill > A05594

This bill creates a streamlined certification process for facilities that operate both pre-kindergarten and daycare programs in New York State. The bill defines a "pre-kindergarten program" as any program operating under specific education law sections, and a "daycare program" as child day care as defined in the social services law. Specifically, the New York State Department of Education, in collaboration with the Office of Children and Family Services, will develop a single application process that allows a facility running both types of programs to obtain all necessary certifications, licenses, and requirements through one unified procedure. This aims to simplify the administrative burden on educational and childcare facilities by eliminating the need to navigate multiple, potentially complex regulatory processes. The bill authorizes both departments to create rules and regulations to implement this new streamlined approach. The law will take effect 90 days after it is enacted, with immediate authorization for developing the necessary implementation rules.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5594