Bill > HF4654

This bill modifies the Great Start Compensation Support Payments Grant Program in Minnesota by amending Section 142D.21, subdivision 3 of Minnesota Statutes. The key change is that for full-time equivalent staff who regularly care for children, the program's application for funding will now allow paid break time, professional development or training hours (up to 24 hours annually), and paid vacation time to be counted towards the hours reported for eligible full-time equivalent staff. This aims to provide more flexibility and support for child care providers in meeting program requirements while ensuring staff well-being and professional growth.