DE HB122

Establishes the "Jamie Wolfe Employment Act" effective January 31, 2024, prohibiting employers from paying individuals with disabilities subminimum wages authorized under federal Section 14(c) certificates or Delaware regulations.

Requires the Employment First Oversight Commission to develop and complete a phase-out plan by January 31, 2024 that includes benchmarks, resources, funding programs, person-centered planning, and tracking mechanisms for transitioning individuals to competitive integrated employment or meaningful alternatives.

Defines "meaningful alternative" services to include community-based recreational, social, educational, cultural, athletic activities and non-facility based community engagement with non-disabled individuals.

Repeals § 905 of Title 19 (allowing Department to set lower wages for workers with disabilities) and associated provisions in Chapter 10 governing sheltered workshops, with these repeals effective three years after enactment.

Authorizes the Department of Labor to promulgate regulations necessary to implement the Act's requirements.