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Direct Care Worker Support: Training, Better Pay, and Work Conditions

This act aims to improve working and living conditions for direct care workers assisting the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Through grants, caregivers will gain access to training, potentially leading to higher earnings and better career prospects. This, in turn, is intended to ensure higher quality care for those in need.
Key points
Grants for training and professional development for direct care workers, potentially increasing their earnings and job satisfaction.
Financial support for caregivers to cover transportation, childcare, or housing costs, facilitating participation in programs.
Ensuring safe working conditions and appropriate equipment for caregivers, including personal protective equipment.
Requirement for wages for caregivers in programs to be at least minimum wage or higher, according to local regulations.
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Additional Information
Direct CARE Opportunity Act
Print number: HR 2999
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Process start date: 2021-05-04
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Direct Care Worker Support: Training, Better Pay, and Work Conditions

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2999.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants for training and professional development for direct care workers, potentially increasing their earnings and job satisfaction.
  • Financial support for caregivers to cover transportation, childcare, or housing costs, facilitating participation in programs.
  • Ensuring safe working conditions and appropriate equipment for caregivers, including personal protective equipment.
  • Requirement for wages for caregivers in programs to be at least minimum wage or higher, according to local regulations.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 2999

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