HB4587

CHILD CARE DIRECTORS

Final Passage·5/27/26

Illinois HB4587 allows licensed day care centers to hire Interim Conditional Child Care Directors who are in the process of completing educational.

Illinois HB4587 amends the Child Care Act of 1969 to allow licensed day care centers to hire Interim Conditional Child Care Directors who are in the process of completing the educational requirements. These individuals must be enrolled in courses at an accredited college or university that meet the requirements. During the 12-month employment period, certain qualified Interim Conditional Child Care Directors are exempt from the educational requirements. The bill specifies the qualifications needed for these exemptions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 27
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DDD
3
3
RRR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 21

10:00 AM

House Child Care Accessibility & Early Childhood Education Committee Hearing

May 12

4:30 PM

Senate Child Welfare Committee Hearing

History

Jun 25

House

Sent to the Governor

Jun 11

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema

May 27

House

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 House Concurs 088-021-000