IL HB2960

Requires the Department of Human Services to establish reimbursement rates that build toward livable wages for front-line personnel in residential and day programs serving persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mandates direct support persons earn a minimum base wage of $15 per hour, with other front-line personnel earning commensurate wages.

Defines "front-line personnel" to include direct support persons, aides, front-line supervisors, qualified intellectual disabilities professionals, nurses, and non-administrative support staff.

Applies to intermediate care facilities, community-integrated living arrangements, developmental training programs, employment programs, and other residential and day programs funded by State or Title XIX federal Social Security Act funds.

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.