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Phasing Out Subminimum Wages for People with Disabilities: Transition to Fair Pay.

This Act mandates the elimination of subminimum wages for people with disabilities (currently allowed under special certificates) over a five-year period. It establishes grant programs to assist employers in transforming their operations to models that support competitive integrated employment, ensuring equal pay and necessary community support services. This change guarantees that people with disabilities will earn at least the minimum wage, significantly boosting their financial independence and workplace integration.
Key points
Subminimum wages for people with disabilities will be phased out over 5 years, guaranteeing they earn at least the standard minimum wage.
Employers currently using special certificates will receive grants to transition their business models to competitive integrated employment settings.
The authority to issue new special certificates is immediately prohibited, and all existing certificates will expire after 5 years.
The law emphasizes providing integrated community and wraparound services to support individuals with disabilities in their new, integrated jobs.
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Print number: 118_S_533
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-02-27
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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 118_S_533.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Subminimum wages for people with disabilities will be phased out over 5 years, guaranteeing they earn at least the standard minimum wage.
  • Employers currently using special certificates will receive grants to transition their business models to competitive integrated employment settings.
  • The authority to issue new special certificates is immediately prohibited, and all existing certificates will expire after 5 years.
  • The law emphasizes providing integrated community and wraparound services to support individuals with disabilities in their new, integrated jobs.
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 2025-12-26.

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