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Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
3/27/2024, 11:34 AM
Summary of Bill S 1332
Bill 118 s 1332, also known as the Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to acknowledge and support the important work done by direct support professionals (DSPs) in the healthcare industry.
DSPs are individuals who provide essential care and support to people with disabilities, helping them to live independently and participate fully in their communities. Despite the crucial role they play in the lives of their clients, DSPs often face low wages, limited benefits, and high turnover rates.
The Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act aims to address these issues by establishing a national minimum wage for DSPs, providing funding for training and professional development opportunities, and creating a certification program to recognize the skills and expertise of DSPs. By recognizing the valuable contributions of DSPs and providing them with the support they need to succeed, this bill seeks to improve the quality of care provided to individuals with disabilities and ensure that DSPs are fairly compensated for their important work.
DSPs are individuals who provide essential care and support to people with disabilities, helping them to live independently and participate fully in their communities. Despite the crucial role they play in the lives of their clients, DSPs often face low wages, limited benefits, and high turnover rates.
The Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act aims to address these issues by establishing a national minimum wage for DSPs, providing funding for training and professional development opportunities, and creating a certification program to recognize the skills and expertise of DSPs. By recognizing the valuable contributions of DSPs and providing them with the support they need to succeed, this bill seeks to improve the quality of care provided to individuals with disabilities and ensure that DSPs are fairly compensated for their important work.
Congressional Summary of S 1332
Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget to consider establishing a separate category within the Standard Occupational Classification system for direct support professionals (i.e., individuals who provide services to promote independence in individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability) for data reporting purposes.
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Current Status of Bill S 1332
Bill S 1332 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since March 20, 2024. Bill S 1332 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 27, 2023. Bill S 1332's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of March 21, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1332
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1332
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentPotential Impact Areas
- Disability assistance
- Government information and archives
- Health personnel
- Home and outpatient care
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1332
Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
A bill to require the Office of Management and Budget to consider revising the Standard Occupational Classification system to establish a separate code for direct support professionals, and for other purposes.
Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act
A bill to require the Office of Management and Budget to revise the Standard Occupational Classification system to establish a separate code for direct support professionals, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Office of Management and Budget to revise the Standard Occupational Classification system to establish a separate code for direct support professionals, and for other purposes.
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