What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is SRES 153.
Recognizing Care Workers' Vital Role and Designating April 2023 as Recognition Month
This Senate resolution symbolically recognizes the crucial role of care workers, including childcare providers and direct care staff, for family stability and the economy. It highlights that investment in this sector is vital, as low wages and high turnover threaten access to care, which enables millions of Americans to work and live with dignity. The document expresses support for designating April 2023 as Care Worker Recognition Month.
Key points
The resolution emphasizes that care workers (home and early education) are essential for enabling other citizens to participate in the workforce, directly impacting family financial stability.
It draws attention to serious industry issues, such as very low annual earnings (under $30,000) and high turnover, leading to staffing shortages and higher costs for taxpayers.
It notes that home care is significantly cheaper for the system ($26,000 annually) than institutional care ($90,000 annually), justifying investment in this infrastructure.
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