Submitted by batmansmotorcycle t3_10s3kwx in newhampshire
There is a black hole of regulation where DOE approves elementary schools but regulations specifically exempt daycare or day programs attached to that school from licensing requirements. NH RSA 186:6-a (Section 186:6-a Limitation of Education. (state.nh.us)) limits the Department of Education to problems associated with K – 12. With extremely limited involvement with preschool associated with funding only. Further DHHS has no jurisdiction as the preschool is not required to be licensed by virtue of it being associated with the Elementary School. 70-E:3 Exemptions; Child Endangerment Prohibited. – I. The definitions in RSA 170-E:2, IV shall not apply to the following: (a) Kindergartens, nursery schools, or any other daytime programs operated by a public or private elementary or secondary school system or institution of higher learning. Pretty wild black hole for an especially vulnerable population.
It’s a very odd gap in statutory coverage for a very vulnerable population.
DeerFlyHater t1_j6zfuyy wrote
>It’s a very odd gap in statutory coverage for a very vulnerable population.
I agree. Good catch! I would be interested in hearing what DOE or DHHS would have to say about that gap. It is likely they will both default to well, traditionally X covers it as it is attached to the school.
My view is that is wrong and it should be codified in our statutes.
Unfortunately there are gaps and competing laws throughout all the states as legislators add and remove stuff piecemeal. I would love to see an initiative, both local and federal, to review what is on our books. Even if it takes five years-review a few sections a week to identify conflicts, while using the last week of the month to piece together fixes. Have a couple special sessions from the legislative bodies to bless off on them before final approval.