WA HB2219

Child care centers may combine children of different age groups during "mixed-ratio time" for up to 2.5 hours per day, or up to 4 hours per day if at least 90 minutes is reserved for staff meal and rest breaks, provided the staff-to-child ratio for the youngest child is maintained

Private schools operating early learning programs without state subsidy payments are subject only to minimum health and safety standards, not state-mandated educational program requirements

Individuals who have previously completed the department-provided early learning program orientation are exempt from repeating the preservice orientation requirement

Amends RCW 43.216.255 regarding child care licensing standards to accommodate family care providers, outdoor nature-based providers, and child care centers