SB0098 Summary

• Department of Human Services must annually recalculate rates and reimbursements paid to child care providers and vendors under contract with the Department.

• When recalculating rates, the Department must account for mandated increases in the State minimum wage rate and any increased payroll taxes required of providers or vendors.

• Department must fully fund all recalculated rate and reimbursement methodologies.

• Applies to child care services provided through the Department's child care assistance program for eligible families.