BILL REQ. #: H-3596.1

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SUBSTITUTE HOUSE BILL 2191
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State of Washington

63rd Legislature

2014 Regular Session

By House Early Learning & Human Services (originally sponsored by Representatives Scott, Shea, Taylor, Short, and Overstreet)

READ FIRST TIME 02/03/14.

AN ACT Relating to compliance with inspections of child care facilities; and adding a new section to chapter 43.215 RCW.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION.  Sec. 1   A new section is added to chapter 43.215 RCW to read as follows:
     (1) The department shall consult with a city or county enforcement official prior to requiring any alterations of a family home child care facility due to inconsistencies with requirements in chapter 19.27 RCW.
     (2) The department's consultation with the city or county enforcement official shall be limited to licensed child care space.
     (3) The department may not modify, suspend, or revoke child care license or business activities while the department is waiting for appropriate agency consultations, unless there is imminent danger for children or staff.

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