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HB 1363

Modifying licensing requirements for child care and early learning providers.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Barnard and 14 co-sponsors

HB 1363 modifies child care provider licensing requirements in Washington, potentially affecting affordability, availability, and regulatory standards for early learning services statewide.

Public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services at 1:30 PM.
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Bill Summary · HB 1363

Legislative bill overview

HB 1363 modifies the licensing requirements for child care and early learning providers in Washington state. The bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services, with a public hearing scheduled for February 12, 2025. Specific provisions are not yet available in public records, as the bill remains in early stages of consideration.

Why is this important

Child care licensing requirements directly affect affordability, availability, and quality of early learning services for working families. Changes to these regulations can impact hundreds of providers and tens of thousands of children across Washington, while also influencing state budget allocations for child care subsidies and regulatory oversight.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden vs. safety standards: Modifications that reduce licensing requirements could lower operational costs for providers but may raise concerns about child safety and developmental standards
  • Provider diversity and access: Changes may differently affect rural providers, home-based care, and larger facilities, potentially shifting the landscape of available child care options
  • Implementation and enforcement: New or modified requirements require adequate funding and agency capacity to enforce consistently across the state

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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