SB 5357-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

Requires the department of early learning to: (1) Establish a pilot project to license outdoor, nature-based early learning and child care programs;

(2) As part of the pilot project, explore options for developing a quality rating and improvement system for outdoor preschools; and

(3) Select up to ten pilot locations during the first year of the pilot project.

Authorizes the department to convene an advisory group of outdoor, nature-based early learning practitioners to inform and support implementation of the pilot project.

Expires August 1, 2021.