Sec. 17b-749j. Health and safety standards for child care subsidy program; regulations. - Connecticut Statutes

      Sec. 17b-749j. Health and safety standards for child care subsidy program; regulations. The Commissioner of Social Services shall establish health and safety standards, within available appropriations, for the child care subsidy program. The commissioner shall adopt regulations, in accordance with chapter 54, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) A requirement for the provider or relative to apply for reimbursement from the Department of Social Services; (2) a requirement for the provider or relative to provide reasonable confirmation of physical premises safety pursuant to 45 CFR Part 98.41; and (3) minimum health and safety training appropriate to the provider setting and the prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunization. The commissioner shall, within available appropriations, distribute information on the availability of health and safety training and assistance.

      (P.A. 97-259, S. 30, 41.)

      History: P.A. 97-259 effective July 1, 1997.