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DE HCR129
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
5/21/2024
Primary Sponsor
Kendra Johnson
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AI Summary
- Recognizes Direct Support Professionals as trained, highly skilled healthcare employees serving vulnerable adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based settings
- Acknowledges the workforce gap where demand for Direct Support Professionals far exceeds current staffing levels at organizations including Mosaic, Easterseals, KenCrest, Forward Journey, and ServiceSource
- Affirms that Direct Support Professionals deserve compensation commensurate with their skill level and professionalism, not minimum wage rates
- Expresses gratitude for the dedication and contributions of Direct Support Professionals to serving Delaware citizens
- Designates May 21, 2024 as "Direct Support Professional Advocacy Day" co-sponsored by Ability Network of Delaware and A Team Delaware
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Historic Sacrifices And Ongoing Contributions Of Delawares Direct Support Professionals Serving Vulnerable Adults With Intellectual/developmental Disabilities.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
5/21/2024
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