Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act

5/7/2024, 8:51 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
The Bill 118 s 4120, also known as the Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act, aims to address the growing need for skilled workers in the long-term care industry. The bill recognizes the importance of providing quality care for elderly and disabled individuals, and seeks to improve recruitment and retention of workers in this field.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support training and education for long-term care workers. This program would provide funding for individuals seeking to enter the field, as well as for current workers looking to advance their skills. By investing in training and education, the bill aims to ensure that long-term care facilities have a well-trained and competent workforce.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve working conditions for long-term care workers. This includes provisions for fair wages, benefits, and workplace protections. By addressing these issues, the bill seeks to attract more workers to the field and reduce turnover rates. Overall, the Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at strengthening the long-term care workforce. By investing in training and education, as well as improving working conditions, the bill seeks to ensure that elderly and disabled individuals receive the quality care they deserve.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4120

Introduced on
2024-04-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/15/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
The Bill 118 s 4120, also known as the Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act, aims to address the growing need for skilled workers in the long-term care industry. The bill recognizes the importance of providing quality care for elderly and disabled individuals, and seeks to improve recruitment and retention of workers in this field.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support training and education for long-term care workers. This program would provide funding for individuals seeking to enter the field, as well as for current workers looking to advance their skills. By investing in training and education, the bill aims to ensure that long-term care facilities have a well-trained and competent workforce.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve working conditions for long-term care workers. This includes provisions for fair wages, benefits, and workplace protections. By addressing these issues, the bill seeks to attract more workers to the field and reduce turnover rates. Overall, the Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at strengthening the long-term care workforce. By investing in training and education, as well as improving working conditions, the bill seeks to ensure that elderly and disabled individuals receive the quality care they deserve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to support the direct care professional workforce, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

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Recent Activity

Latest Action4/15/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.