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Faith and Law
🚨 Protecting Our Children: A Mission for Change 🚨
Did you know that licensed daycare centers are not always required to carry liability insurance? That means if a child is injured or worse, parents may have no financial recourse.
Jackie Boatwright knows this reality all too well. Her son, Anthony DeJuan Boatwright, nearly drowned in a bucket of unattended mop water at a daycare facility. After this life-altering tragedy, Jackie discovered a shocking truth—while states regulate and license daycare centers, they don’t always require them to carry liability insurance.
Instead of staying silent, Jackie took action. She launched a national campaign to educate parents, fight for legislative changes, and hold childcare providers accountable. Her mission? To ensure that no other family has to suffer the way hers did.
💡 What can YOU do?
✔️ Ask your daycare if they have liability insurance. Don’t assume—demand proof.
✔️ Support legislation that protects children and holds childcare providers accountable.
✔️ Spread awareness. Share Jackie’s story to help other parents stay informed.
Every child deserves a safe and protected environment. Every parent deserves peace of mind. Let’s continue to push for change—because one preventable accident is one too many.
#JackieBoatwright #ChildSafetyMatters #DaycareReform #ProtectOurChildren #JusticeForJuan
Senator Johnny Isakson on
Anthony DeJuan Boatwright Act
Federal Protection for our Children
Senator from Georgia discusses a bill inspired by Jackie Boatwright, whose son Juan was severely injured at a daycare center. The daycare lacked liability insurance. The proposed legislation, already passed by the House, would require daycare centers receiving federal funds to disclose their liability insurance coverage to parents upon registration. The Senator urges support for the bill, named the "Juan Boatwright Act," to prevent similar tragedies and honor Juan's legacy.
Congressman Barrow on H.R. 1662,
"The Anthony DeJuan Boatwright Act"
"Juan’s Law: A Mother’s Fight for Child Care Safety"
On June 2, 2009, Congressman John Barrow spoke on the U.S. House floor in support of H.R. 1662, the Anthony DeJuan Boatwright Act ("Juan’s Law"). The bill passed the House and moved to the Senate, where Senator Johnny Isakson of Georgia agreed to introduce it.
Juan’s Story
At just 14 months old, Anthony DeJuan “Juan” Boatwright suffered a tragic accident, falling headfirst into an unattended bucket of mop water at a state-licensed daycare in Augusta, Georgia. Left with severe brain damage and dependent on a ventilator, Juan’s case revealed a shocking reality—child care providers were not required to carry or disclose liability insurance.
What “Juan’s Law” Does
✅ Recommends child care providers carry liability insurance
✅ Requires licensed daycare centers to notify parents in writing whether they have insurance and its coverage amount
Thanks to the tireless advocacy of Jackie Boatwright, “Juan’s Law” is now law in Georgia and Virginia, setting a precedent for stronger child care safety nationwide.
#JuansLaw #JackieBoatwright #ChildCareSafety #ProtectOurChildren #JusticeForJuan
Congressman John Barrow Honors
the Life of Juan Boatwright
On June 2, 2009, Congressman John Barrow addressed the U.S. House to honor Anthony DeJuan “Juan” Boatwright and advocate for stronger child care protections.
A Tragic Accident That Sparked Change
At just 14 months old, Juan suffered severe brain damage after falling into an unattended mop bucket at a state-licensed daycare in Augusta, Georgia. Shockingly, the facility lacked liability insurance, and no law required providers to carry or disclose coverage.
A Mother’s Fight for Reform
Determined to prevent future tragedies, Jackie Boatwright led the fight for H.R. 1662—The Anthony DeJuan Boatwright Act ("Juan’s Law"), which:
✅ Recommends child care providers carry liability insurance
✅ Requires licensed daycares to inform parents of their insurance status
A Lasting Impact
With bipartisan support, Juan’s Law is now in effect in Georgia and Virginia, ensuring greater transparency and protection for families.
Congressman Barrow’s speech was more than a tribute—it was a call to action, turning tragedy into lasting change.
#JuansLaw #JackieBoatwright #ChildCareReform #ProtectOurChildren #JusticeForJuan
