Licensing inspection requirements for child care providers modified, program integrity requirements for child care assistance program established, and report required.

This bill modifies licensing inspection requirements for child care providers and establishes new program integrity requirements for Minnesota's child care assistance program. It requires the state commissioner to develop performance measures that focus on reducing inequities, improving coordination between programs, and minimizing administrative burdens for families. The legislation also mandates biennial reports to legislative committees detailing grants received, program objectives, and the status of achieving those goals. Additionally, the bill expands the commissioner's authority to monitor county agency performance and enforce compliance with welfare service regulations.