A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.

3/6/2024, 11:08 AM
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5361-5362)
Bill 118 S.Res. 450 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that aims to address the issue of fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff. The resolution expresses the Senate's belief that these individuals, who play a crucial role in supporting teachers and students in schools across the country, deserve to be treated fairly and provided with the resources they need to succeed in their roles.

The resolution highlights the important contributions that paraprofessionals and education support staff make to the education system, including assisting with classroom management, providing one-on-one support to students, and helping to create a positive learning environment. It acknowledges that these individuals often work long hours for low pay and without access to essential benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans.

In addition to calling for fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff, the resolution also encourages schools and school districts to prioritize the well-being and professional development of these employees. It emphasizes the need for training and support to help these individuals excel in their roles and advance in their careers. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 450 is a bipartisan effort to recognize the valuable contributions of paraprofessionals and education support staff and to advocate for policies that will improve their quality of life and job satisfaction. By addressing issues such as fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions, the resolution aims to ensure that these essential members of the education workforce are able to thrive and continue to support the success of students in schools across the country.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 450

Introduced on
2023-11-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/6/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5361-5362)
Bill 118 S.Res. 450 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate that aims to address the issue of fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff. The resolution expresses the Senate's belief that these individuals, who play a crucial role in supporting teachers and students in schools across the country, deserve to be treated fairly and provided with the resources they need to succeed in their roles.

The resolution highlights the important contributions that paraprofessionals and education support staff make to the education system, including assisting with classroom management, providing one-on-one support to students, and helping to create a positive learning environment. It acknowledges that these individuals often work long hours for low pay and without access to essential benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans.

In addition to calling for fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions for paraprofessionals and education support staff, the resolution also encourages schools and school districts to prioritize the well-being and professional development of these employees. It emphasizes the need for training and support to help these individuals excel in their roles and advance in their careers. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 450 is a bipartisan effort to recognize the valuable contributions of paraprofessionals and education support staff and to advocate for policies that will improve their quality of life and job satisfaction. By addressing issues such as fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions, the resolution aims to ensure that these essential members of the education workforce are able to thrive and continue to support the success of students in schools across the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.

Policy Areas
Education

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Latest Action11/6/2023
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5361-5362)