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Improving Care for Seniors and Disabled: Training Direct-Care Workers

This bill aims to improve care for older adults and people with disabilities by creating a program to train direct-care workers for bigger roles. The goal is better coordinated care, keeping people healthier at home, and offering workers more career opportunities. The program will test new ways of working that could improve care quality and potentially lower costs.
Key points
Creates a program to test new ways direct-care workers can help coordinate care.
Focuses on helping people with chronic conditions and preventing hospital stays.
Provides training and opportunities for direct-care workers to advance their careers.
Aims to improve care quality and potentially lower costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6149
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-12-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens and People with Disabilities through Workforce Advancement Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6149.

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 2021-12-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a program to test new ways direct-care workers can help coordinate care.
  • Focuses on helping people with chronic conditions and preventing hospital stays.
  • Provides training and opportunities for direct-care workers to advance their careers.
  • Aims to improve care quality and potentially lower costs.
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. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

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 2025-12-28.

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