HF2863

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to make corrections to cross-references regarding the definition of a "child care background study subject" to ensure clarity in the application of background checks for individuals associated with child care services in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• Definition Update: The bill updates the definition of a "child care background study subject" to include individuals associated in various capacities with child care centers, whether licensed or license-exempt, and legal nonlicensed child care providers. This includes:

  • Employees and individuals assisting in child care.
  • Applicants for child care licensure or certification.
  • Residents of households where child care services are provided.
  • Volunteers and contractors with unsupervised child access.

• Exclusions from Background Checks:

  • Background checks are not required for individuals providing services not part of the child care program if:
  • The child is signed out of the program during service provision.
  • Parents have given written permission for these services.
  • Documentation of the service provider and services is maintained on site.
  • The service provider doesn’t have unsupervised access to other children.

Significant Changes

The bill amends the Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 245C.02, subdivision 6a, by clarifying categories of individuals who are considered background study subjects in the context of child care services and specifying conditions where certain service providers may be exempt from required background checks.

Relevant Terms

• Child care background study
• Licensed child care center
• License-exempt child care center
• Legal nonlicensed child care provider
• Unsupervised access
• Background checks
• Child care provider
• Parental permission