DHS updates childcare rules, adds director on‑site time and clarifies training The Department of Human Services presented amendments requiring childcare directors to be on site 50% of monthly operating hours (with exceptions), tightened training timelines for first aid and added child maltreatment training; the committee gave a positive recommendation.

Tennessee's Department of Human Services is shaking up childcare standards by mandating on-site directors for half of operating hours and tightening training requirements for staff.

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Raising JoCo outlines goals for improving Johnson County childcare system Raising JoCo shares strategic plans to enhance childcare accessibility in Johnson County.

The Overland Park community is rallying together to tackle the urgent childcare crisis, aiming to enhance access and quality for families across Johnson County.

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Oklahoma lawmakers endorse guidelines for child care home fire safety licensing Legislators direct Department of Human Services to align child care home codes with fire regulations.

Oklahoma's House Bill 1847 could revolutionize child care by simplifying licensing requirements, but will it compromise safety in the process?

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