HB1282 enhances transparency and modifies liability insurance requirements for child care providers in Washington.

HB1282 mandates that licensed child day care centers, outdoor nature-based child care providers, and family day care providers must post notices of their insurance coverage and notify parents if coverage lapses. It requires these providers to inform parents of their insurance coverage and liability limits. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families must disclose the status of complaints against providers and recommend updated liability insurance limits. The bill also outlines procedures for assessing and collecting civil monetary penalties for noncompliance.

HB1282 enhances transparency and modifies liability insurance requirements for child care providers in Washington.

HB1282 mandates that licensed child day care centers, outdoor nature-based child care providers, and family day care providers must post notices of their insurance coverage and notify parents if coverage lapses. It requires these providers to inform parents of their insurance coverage and liability limits. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families must disclose the status of complaints against providers and recommend updated liability insurance limits. The bill also outlines procedures for assessing and collecting civil monetary penalties for noncompliance.