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This bill requires child care facilities, family child care providers, and nursery schools to notify parents or legal guardians when the facility is under investigation for potential violations of specific child care-related laws in Maine. The new law mandates that these notifications must be made if an investigation is ongoing under chapters 1661, 1663, 1673, or 1675 of Maine's child care regulations. Importantly, the notification requirement does not compel the facility to disclose details about the investigation or share any personal information. If a child care facility, provider, or nursery school fails to send such a notification, they can be subject to a civil violation with a potential fine of up to $500 per incident. This legislation aims to increase transparency and ensure parents are aware when their child's care provider is being investigated, while still protecting the privacy of those involved in the investigation.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1421&snum=132