HB 1551

Abstract

Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that, upon the permanent or temporary closure of any licensed facility operating as a child care institution, maternity center, day care center, part day child care facility, or day care agency, the facility must provide written notice of the closure to the parents or guardians of those children to whom the facility provides services. Provides that this notice must be provided at least 30 days prior to the closing of the facility. Provides for the imposition of fines for failure to provide the notice. Prohibits a license applicant from obtaining a renewal of an existing license or a new license until the fines have been paid. Effective immediately.