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This bill makes several modifications to child care licensing regulations and processes. It changes the conditions under which the commissioner can issue correction orders and conditional licenses, allowing for a more graduated approach where initial violations might first receive technical assistance before potential disciplinary action. The bill directs the commissioner of children, youth, and families to develop standardized timelines and conduct standards for licensing visits by January 1, 2026, which will outline steps of inspections, licensor and license holder expectations, and rights of providers. Additionally, the bill requires the commissioner to broaden the definition of education for child care providers to include relevant accredited postsecondary coursework, establish a permanent background study liaison by August 1, 2025, to help streamline communication about background checks, and appropriates $50,000 in fiscal year 2026 to support the development of the standardized licensing visit guidelines. These changes aim to create more transparent, supportive, and consistent licensing processes for child care providers while maintaining child safety and quality standards.

Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2135&ssn=0&y=2025