SB 5853 - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

     Declares an intent to require the department of social and health services to dedicate an effort to the development of a comprehensive, research-based, integrated plan to expand the availability and delivery of child care services to homeless families with children.  The goals of the plan shall be to increase the stability in the lives of families, offer safe and nurturing places for children, and provide expanded opportunities for economic independence.

     Directs the secretary to begin implementation of the plan not later than July 1, 2001.  Full implementation of the plan shall take place not later than June 30, 2002.