Family child care networks; framework

(1) Upon appropriation, the department shall establish the family child care networks to support home-based child care providers. Funding must be dispersed equitably in a manner determined by the department with family child care networks in every region in this state. (2) The department shall convene stakeholders to develop a framework for family child care networks based on the needs of providers. The framework must include, at least, the following: (a) Business supports. (b) Connections to peers. (c) Operational supports. (d) Program quality support. (e) Training and technical assistance. (f) Engaging new providers.