Authorizes the fingerprinting of employees of informal child care providers; defines terms; provides that an informal child care provider means a program in a facility, other than a residence, in which child care is provided on a regular basis and is not required to be licensed by or registered with the office or licensed by the city of New York.

New York Assembly Bill A01315 proposes that employees working for informal child care providers undergo fingerprinting. The bill defines 'informal child care providers' as programs operating in facilities other than residences, offering regular child care services without the requirement of licensing or registration by the state or the city of New York.

Supporters of the bill argue that implementing fingerprinting for employees of informal child care providers will enhance the safety and well-being of children by ensuring thorough background checks. This measure is seen as a step toward standardizing safety protocols across all child care services, regardless of their licensing status.

Critics express concerns that the bill may impose additional burdens on informal child care providers, potentially leading to increased operational costs and administrative challenges. There is also apprehension that such requirements could deter individuals from offering informal child care services, thereby reducing available child care options for families.