Proposed bill could reshape daycare regulations amid Idaho's childcare crisis

Proposed bill could reshape daycare regulations amid Idaho's childcare crisis

In Idaho, the debate is growing over House Bill 243, which aims to address the state's daycare crisis by loosening regulations for childcare providers for things such as child-to-provider ratios. Supporters claim the bill will enhance accessibility, while opponents warn it could jeopardize the safety of children by eliminating crucial protections.RELATED: Childcare costs a struggle for Idaho parentsThe proposed legislation would eliminate specif…

House Bill 243 — Childcare Licensure, Deregulation (+3)

Bill Description: House Bill 243 deregulates certain aspects of child care licensure to expand the range and types of providers able to provide services. Rating: +3 Does it give government any new, additional, or expanded power to prohibit, restrict, or regulate activities in the free market? Conversely, does it eliminate or reduce government intervention in […]

Bill eliminating childcare ratios, city regulations to House floor

A new bill allowing daycare operators to set their own policies for how many children can be in their care and blocking city oversight will go to a vote on the floor of the Idaho House of Representatives. On Friday, the House Health and Welfare Committee voted 11-4 to advance HB 243 from Rep. Barbara […]