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Recognizing Direct Support Professionals Week

The U.S. Senate designated the week of September 12, 2021, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week. This aims to highlight the crucial role these individuals play in providing care and support to millions of people with disabilities, enabling them to live with dignity and participate actively in society. The resolution also points out their hard work, low wages, and inadequate benefits, which contribute to staffing shortages in this vital field.
Key points
Designation of a special week to acknowledge the work of individuals supporting people with disabilities.
Emphasis that direct support professionals help people with disabilities live in their communities, avoid costly institutional care, and manage daily challenges.
Highlighting the shortage of these workers and the need to improve their working conditions, including wages and benefits.
Encouragement for the Bureau of Labor Statistics to collect data specific to this professional group, which can aid in better public policy planning.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_383
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Process start date: 2021-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating the week beginning September 12, 2021, as "National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_383.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of a special week to acknowledge the work of individuals supporting people with disabilities.
  • Emphasis that direct support professionals help people with disabilities live in their communities, avoid costly institutional care, and manage daily challenges.
  • Highlighting the shortage of these workers and the need to improve their working conditions, including wages and benefits.
  • Encouragement for the Bureau of Labor Statistics to collect data specific to this professional group, which can aid in better public policy planning.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6666-6667; text: CR S6679)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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