2025 Regular Session
SB 640
Relating to number of children who may be in family child care home
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to increase the maximum number of children that can be cared for in an informal family child care home in West Virginia. It amends existing regulations regarding the allowable child capacity in these homes, aiming to potentially address childcare needs within the state. The bill focuses specifically on expanding the capacity of informal family child care settings.
Key provisions
- Increases the maximum number of children allowed in informal family child care homes from the current limit.
- Specifically addresses the regulations for ‘family child care’ and ‘family child care home’ definitions.
- Relates to §49-1-206 of the West Virginia Code.
- The bill seeks to adjust the number of children permitted in these homes to accommodate current needs.
Who is affected
- Family child care providers
- Parents seeking childcare
- Childcare providers in West Virginia
- Families needing childcare services
- The Department of Health and Human Resources
Notable changes
- The bill modifies the existing regulations regarding the maximum number of children permitted in informal family child care homes.
- It clarifies the definitions of ‘family child care’ and ‘family child care home’ to reflect the proposed changes.
- It does not appear to include any changes to licensing or regulatory requirements for these facilities.
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