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Ending Subminimum Wages for People with Disabilities: Employment Support.

This act aims to gradually eliminate the practice of paying people with disabilities less than the minimum wage, which was allowed under special certificates. It introduces grant programs for employers to help them transition to employment models where people with disabilities receive fair wages and support for integrated employment. This means greater financial independence and better job opportunities for many citizens with disabilities.
Key points
Gradual Wage Increase: Over 5 years, wages for people with disabilities employed under special certificates will gradually increase until they reach at least the minimum wage or market rate.
Ban on New Certificates: After the act takes effect, no new special certificates for subminimum wages will be issued, and all existing certificates will expire after 5 years.
Employer Support: Grants will be available for businesses and states to help them transform their business models and programs to support the employment of people with disabilities on equal terms.
Vocational and Social Integration: The act promotes the employment of people with disabilities in settings where they can work alongside people without disabilities and access services that support their independence in the community.
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Print number: 117_S_3238
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2021-11-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3238.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Gradual Wage Increase: Over 5 years, wages for people with disabilities employed under special certificates will gradually increase until they reach at least the minimum wage or market rate.
  • Ban on New Certificates: After the act takes effect, no new special certificates for subminimum wages will be issued, and all existing certificates will expire after 5 years.
  • Employer Support: Grants will be available for businesses and states to help them transform their business models and programs to support the employment of people with disabilities on equal terms.
  • Vocational and Social Integration: The act promotes the employment of people with disabilities in settings where they can work alongside people without disabilities and access services that support their independence in the community.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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