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Repeal of Education Requirements for D.C. Child Care Workers

This bill aims to remove regulations that require child care workers in the District of Columbia to hold a degree, certificate, or a minimum number of college credits. This means individuals working with children will no longer need to meet these formal educational requirements, potentially impacting job accessibility in the sector.
Key points
Repeals higher education qualification requirements for child care workers in the District of Columbia.
Child care staff will no longer need a degree, certificate, or minimum college credit hours.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1509
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2021-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To repeal portions of a regulation issued by the State Superintendent of Education of the District of Columbia that require child care workers to have a degree, a certificate, or a minimum number of credit hours from an institution of higher education.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1509.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeals higher education qualification requirements for child care workers in the District of Columbia.
  • Child care staff will no longer need a degree, certificate, or minimum college credit hours.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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