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Preserving Home Care Exemptions: Minimum Wage and Overtime for Seniors and Disabled.

This act aims to maintain current minimum wage and overtime pay exemptions for individuals providing home care services, including those for seniors and people with disabilities. This ensures that services like assistance with daily activities and household tasks related to care remain more accessible and affordable for families. These changes apply to caregivers hired directly and through agencies.
Key points
Preserves minimum wage and overtime exemptions for home care providers, potentially lowering care costs for families.
Clearly defines companionship and domestic services, excluding medical services performed by trained personnel.
Extends exemptions to caregivers employed by third-party agencies, offering flexibility in arranging care.
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Print number: 118_HR_7099
Sponsor: Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5]
Process start date: 2024-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Access to Affordable and Quality Home Care for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7099.

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 2024-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Preserves minimum wage and overtime exemptions for home care providers, potentially lowering care costs for families.
  • Clearly defines companionship and domestic services, excluding medical services performed by trained personnel.
  • Extends exemptions to caregivers employed by third-party agencies, offering flexibility in arranging care.
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. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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