Relating to the placement and use of video recording equipment in certain child-care facilities.
HB 1568 requires day-care centers caring for children under age 2 to install and operate video recording equipment in all areas where these children are present, including classrooms in centers connected to schools. The law prohibits recording in bathrooms or changing areas (except for minimal incidental coverage) and allows temporary pauses during clothing changes. Centers must retain footage for at least 30 days, or longer if a parent, employee, or authorities request access for an incident investigation. The bill applies specifically to infant and toddler care facilities and ensures recorded video remains confidential, accessible only to designated individuals or officials.
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Introduced Mar 12, 2025
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