May 1, 2026
On April 22, 2026, the Early Learning Council adopted temporary rules related to two things: Inactive Status and Administrative Closures. These rules help show whether a child care program is open and serving children. These rules support DELC’s work in making our systems clearer, more consistent and easier for child care providers and families to use. What does this mean for your program?
What does this mean for your program?
Inactive Status. Inactive status is used when a program is not currently providing care. Child care programs are required to notify DELC if there are no children enrolled or attending for 30 consecutive days or more and when the program plans to begin operating again. The program’s license is still active during this time, but the program is marked as “not operating”.
Administrative Closure. Administrative closure is used when DELC has clear evidence that the program is no longer operating. This may happen when there is a confirmed closure, such as an eviction or moving out of the space or multiple failed attempts to contact the program. To start providing care again, the program must submit an application and complete the required initial inspections.
Where can I find more information?
Please visit the DELC rulemaking page to review the temporary rules: https://www.oregon.gov/delc/about-us/Pages/rule-making.aspx#Temporary
If you have questions, please reach out to your licensing specialist or contact DELC customer service at 1-800-556-6616.