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Improving Working Conditions for Education Support Staff

The U.S. Senate expresses its view that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions. This includes better pay, access to healthcare, paid leave, and greater job security, aiming to improve the quality of education for students.
Key points
Paraprofessionals and education support staff should receive fair, competitive wages.
Ensuring access to high-quality, affordable healthcare and benefits, as well as paid leave, including sick and family leave.
Greater job security through automatic contract renewals and protection from termination without just cause.
Opportunities for professional development and participation in school policy decisions.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_158
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2025-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_158.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Paraprofessionals and education support staff should receive fair, competitive wages.
  • Ensuring access to high-quality, affordable healthcare and benefits, as well as paid leave, including sick and family leave.
  • Greater job security through automatic contract renewals and protection from termination without just cause.
  • Opportunities for professional development and participation in school policy decisions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Education Labor Benefits