10-148-31 Me. Code R. § 7

Current through 2024-25, June 19, 2024
Section 148-31-7 - RULES AND VIOLATIONS
A.Licensed Programs. Programs enrolled in Rising Stars for ME must comply with licensing rules.
B.Rules. Licensed Children Care Services in Maine are provided by Family Child Care Providers or Child Care Facilities. Child Care Facilities are subject to 10-148 C.M.R. ch. 32, Child Care Facility Licensing Rule-Child Care Centers, Nursery Schools, Small Child Care Facilities, Other Programs. Family Child Care Providers are subject to 10-148 C.M.R. ch. 33, Family Child Care Provider Licensing Rule. The Department enforces those rules, including violations, under their own terms. In addition to any enforcement action taken by the Department pursuant to those rules, the Department may pursue any of the following actions with respect to the Program's enrollment with Rising Stars for ME based on a Licensing Violation:
1. Provide Technical Assistance,
2. Require Technical Assistance with the Maine Professional Development Network or other Department-approved agencies.
C.Conditional License. A Program issued a Conditional License will be given a Restricted Rating on Rising Stars for ME.
D.Family Notification Required. A Program must inform families of any change in its Rising Stars for ME status. The Program must revise any publications used for marketing that refer to participation in Rising Stars for ME.

10-148 C.M.R. ch. 31, § 7