System for uploading child care provider slot availability to Parent Aware establishment

SF 3974 requires Minnesota’s child care commissioner to create a system by July 1, 2027, that automatically uploads available child care slots from providers’ management software to Parent Aware, the state’s child care resource system. This directly affects child care providers (who must use compatible software) and parents seeking available spots. The system must only share real-time slot availability data, excluding confidential information, and the bill appropriates funds for development ($... in 2027) and ongoing maintenance ($... in 2028-2029). The bill mandates integration with existing provider software to streamline access to open child care positions.