Washington SB5130 eliminates child care licensing fees for child care providers.

SB5130 amends the Revised Code of Washington to prohibit the Department of Children, Youth, and Families from charging fees for obtaining or renewing a child care license. The bill specifies that fees may only be waived if they would not be in the best interest of public health and safety or would financially disadvantage the state. The bill also outlines the process for child care providers to apply for a license or continuation of a full license, including submitting a declaration of compliance with licensing rules and background check applications for employees.

Washington SB5130 eliminates child care licensing fees for child care providers.

SB5130 amends the Revised Code of Washington to prohibit the Department of Children, Youth, and Families from charging fees for obtaining or renewing a child care license. The bill specifies that fees may only be waived if they would not be in the best interest of public health and safety or would financially disadvantage the state. The bill also outlines the process for child care providers to apply for a license or continuation of a full license, including submitting a declaration of compliance with licensing rules and background check applications for employees.