This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1897), authored by Representative Moller, proposes modifications to the state's child care licensing requirements, specifically regarding correction orders issued by the commissioner.

Key Provisions:

1. Reconsideration Process:

   • If a child care license applicant or holder believes a correction order contains errors, they may submit a written reconsideration request to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families within 20 calendar days of receiving the order.
   • The request must specify which parts of the order are in error, explain why, and include supporting documentation.

2. Use of the Provider Licensing and Reporting Hub:

   • When the provider licensing and reporting hub is implemented, license holders must use the hub to submit reconsideration requests.
   • A pending reconsideration request does not pause enforcement of the correction order.
   • The commissioner must respond in writing within 90 calendar days (or 45 days if expedited).

3. Expedited Review for Licensed Family Child Care Providers:

   • A licensed family child care provider can request an expedited review if:
     • The correction would require a substantial expenditure or significant program change.
     • The provider describes alternative actions ensuring children's health and safety while awaiting review.

4. Public Posting of Correction Orders:

   • The department cannot publicly post correction orders for licensed child care centers or family child care providers until:
     • The 20-day reconsideration period has passed, or
       
     • If reconsideration was requested, after the final decision has been issued.

Impact:

This bill provides child care providers with an improved process for challenging correction orders, allowing them to present additional evidence and request expedited reviews when financial or operational burdens exist. It also delays public posting of correction orders until decisions on reconsideration are final.