HB496

AN ACT relating to outdoor, nature–based early learning and child care programs.

Introduced·1/28/26
Bill Text

Establishes an advisory committee to develop regulations for outdoor, nature-based early learning and child care programs in Kentucky.

The bill creates an advisory committee within the Department for Community Based Services to develop regulations for outdoor, nature-based early learning and child care programs. The committee will include representatives from various sectors, such as licensed child-care centers, family child-care homes, and environmental education organizations. The regulations will cover aspects like access to drinking water, emergency preparedness, and curriculum for providers. The committee will meet quarterly and provide ongoing advice to the department.

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Where it stands

Current
Families & Children Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 4

House

to Families & Children (H)

Jan 28

House

introduced in House

Jan 28

House

to Committee on Committees (H)