D.C. Code § 7-2011.03: Study on the impact of OSSE's regulations that require increased education qualifications for staff members.

(a)

OSSE shall contract with an entity to conduct a study to assess the impact of 5A DCMR § 164 through 5A DCMR § 171 on staff members and the cost of child care in the District.

(b)

The entity completing the study shall:

(1)

Be nationally recognized;

(2)

Have expertise and knowledge of the child care industry, including costs, quality, and access;

(3)

Have a demonstrated understanding of best practices in workforce development; and

(4)

Have conducted a breadth of research in advancing affordable and accessible child care that supports the development and learning of children.

(c)

At a minimum the study shall, by ward:

(1)

Provide demographic data on staff members in the District, including:

(A)

Gender identification;

(B)

Race;

(C)

Ethnicity;

(D)

Language spoken;

(E)

Income level; and

(F)

Highest level of educational attainment;

(2)

Assess the impact of increased educational requirements on the cost of child care;

(3)

Determine the impact of increased educational requirements on staff members working in the District; and

(4)

Provide recommendations:

(A)

On ways to increase educational requirements without financially burdening staff members; and

(B)

That identify professional development support for staff members.