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CT SB01051
Bill
Status
1/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Saud Anwar
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AI Summary
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Appropriates funds from the General Fund to the Department of Developmental Services for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 (specific dollar amount not yet specified in bill)
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Grants would go to nonprofit organizations serving intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals to increase salaries and wages of direct service providers
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Funding also designated for retention bonuses and professional development opportunities for direct service providers
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Requires the Commissioner of Developmental Services to study racial and economic disparities affecting direct service providers
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Study must also examine the impact of salary and wage increases on workforce retention and service quality
Legislative Description
An Act Increasing Compensation For And Addressing Disparities Affecting Direct Service Providers Caring For The Intellectually And Developmentally Disabled.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health
1/22/2025