Human Services, Dept. of - As enacted, makes various changes to the licensing exemption categories for programs and activities that fall within the definition of a child care agency; makes related changes, such as exempting home schools from licensure. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 71, Chapter 3, Part 5.

HB 106 exempts certain child care programs from Tennessee's licensing requirements, directly affecting providers like home schools, after-school programs, and religious institutions. The bill creates new exemption categories, including home schools, after-school programs serving fewer than five children for less than three hours daily, and religious "Parents' Day Out" programs meeting specific criteria. It also adds requirements for exempt programs, such as registration with the state, maintaining attendance records, and adhering to time limits (e.g., no more than 12 hours weekly for "Parents' Day Out"). The law, signed by the Governor on April 3, 2025, and effective July 1, 2025, streamlines regulations for qualifying providers without requiring a license.