I live in a state that does not require registration. The state has been trying to for many years but hasn't been successful. Our local CCRR contacted me and another provider and said they would like us to join them in their efforts.
I'm torn on the issue.
To require mandatory registration there would have to be more money to investigate claims and to prosecute and there would have to be more money allotted to DHS to perform their unannounced yearly visits among other things.
There is also fear that a ton of unregistered providers will go out of business rather than get registered so we won't have enough daycare available for those who need it.
I'm interested in your experiences in states that require registration/licensure etc.
1. What state do you live in (can leave blank or send me a message if seeking anonymity)
2. What is the lowest level of registration and how do the requirements compare to the next level? (Ex. In our state unregistered can have 5 and no regs, registered can have 6 but have regs).
3. Does your state do anything to close down illegal providers? What do they do?
4. Do you have to pay yearly registration fees or any other fees to state or local agencies?
5. Is there enough providers in your area compared to the amount of families seeking care?
6. Do you think requiring registration works in your state?
7. Any other info you can add about how your state goes about requiring registration.
Oh and thank you!
I'm torn on the issue.
To require mandatory registration there would have to be more money to investigate claims and to prosecute and there would have to be more money allotted to DHS to perform their unannounced yearly visits among other things.
There is also fear that a ton of unregistered providers will go out of business rather than get registered so we won't have enough daycare available for those who need it.
I'm interested in your experiences in states that require registration/licensure etc.
1. What state do you live in (can leave blank or send me a message if seeking anonymity)
2. What is the lowest level of registration and how do the requirements compare to the next level? (Ex. In our state unregistered can have 5 and no regs, registered can have 6 but have regs).
3. Does your state do anything to close down illegal providers? What do they do?
4. Do you have to pay yearly registration fees or any other fees to state or local agencies?
5. Is there enough providers in your area compared to the amount of families seeking care?
6. Do you think requiring registration works in your state?
7. Any other info you can add about how your state goes about requiring registration.
Oh and thank you!
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