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-- Describe if relatives are exempt from this requirement Relatives are not exempt from this requirement, it is outlined on their provider agreement.

9. Precautions in transporting children (if applicable) -- Provide a brief summary of how this standard is defined (i.e., what is the standard, content covered, practices required, etc.) Transportation policies include: no child left alone in a vehicle; proper vehicle insurance and registration; appropriate car seats; written permission from parent; transporter must be first-CPR certified; and first aid kit in vehicle.

-- List all citations for these requirements, including those for licensed and license- exempt providers For Licensed providers: 391 NAC 1-006.19; 391 NAC 2-006.19; and 391 NAC 3- 006.10C. The Child Care Subsidy Program held a public hearing on October 25, 2019. A second public hearing is required and pending a hearing date. Health and safety standards and training requirements are in the draft regulations for Title 392.

To meet compliance with the Health and Safety requirements while regulations are pending, the Lead Agency in assistance with their legal department revised the Child Care Subsidy Provider Agreement. This agreement outlines the required Health and Safety standards and training requirements for each Subsidy program is to adhere by. Agreements are renewed annually and signed by the subsidy program.

-- Describe any variations by category of care (i.e., center, FCC, in-home) and licensing status (i.e., licensed, license-exempt). Children's Services Licensing regulations apply for all licensed providers (CCDF and non-CCDF). CCDF regulations and the Child Care Subsidy Provider Agreement applies for all licensed providers with a CCDF agreement and all licensed-exempt providers. The Nebraska Page 163 of 314