IL SB3285

Directs the Department of Human Services to establish reimbursement rates that build toward livable wages for direct service personnel in residential and day programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities, including intermediate care facilities, community integrated living arrangements, and developmental training programs.

Requires rates and reimbursements to increase in phased increments so that by July 1, 2018, direct service personnel earn a minimum starting wage of $13 per hour: $1 increase by July 1, 2016; additional $1 by January 1, 2017; additional $1 by July 1, 2017; and additional $0.65 by January 1, 2018.

Defines "direct service personnel" to include direct care staff, front-line supervisors, qualified support professionals, nurses, and non-administrative support staff working in covered service settings.

Applies to programs supported by State funds or federal Title XIX (Medicaid) funding.

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.