HB 563 Mississippi House · 2025 Regular Session

Child care; create exemption to State Department of Health licensure for certain church facilities.

HB 563 would exempt child care facilities operated as part of a local church ministry or religious nonprofit school from Mississippi's state child care licensing requirements, provided they don't receive state/federal funds or operate for profit. To maintain this exemption, facilities must conduct annual fire and health inspections, maintain staff background check records and insurance documentation, and provide parents with specific program details including religious teachings, staff qualifications, and discipline policies. The State Department of Health could inspect facilities if safety concerns arise or compliance is questioned, and facilities must post a visible notice stating they are not state-licensed.
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Introduced Jan 15, 2025 Last action Feb 4, 2025
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