Requires the department of early learning to: (1) Contract with independent mediators that may be used by applicants or licensees who receive a denial, modification, suspension, or revocation of a license from the department; and

(2) Include the following in a written notice for the denial of an application or the revocation, suspension, or modification of a license: A description of the appeal process and the option to engage in mediation.

Requires the independent mediators to have knowledge of or experience providing licensed child care but may not have an interest in the resolution of the case or be related to a party.