# Written Materials to Be Given to Providers - Alternative Payment Programs

(a) The contractor shall give to all providers the following information:&#x20;

&#x20;             (1) A copy of the contractor's policy statements as specified in Sections 18221 (e), (f) and (h), 18223 and 18226 of this Division;&#x20;

&#x20;             (2) A statement prohibiting the provider from engaging in religious instruction or worship while providing child care and development services;&#x20;

&#x20;             (3) A statement prohibiting the provider from engaging in any form of discrimination;&#x20;

&#x20;             (4) A schedule for the payment of services which shall be signed by the provider; and&#x20;

&#x20;             (5) Instructions on enrollment and attendance recordkeeping requirements.&#x20;

(b) If a provider speaks a language other than English or is hearing impaired, the information shall be provided either through written materials or by presentation of an interpreter in the language that the provider understands.

> NOTE: Authority cited: Section 8261, Education Code. Reference: Section 8203, Education Code.


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