S.2451

Pay Paraprofessionals and Support Staff Act

Introduced·7/24/25

Ensures paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid a living wage.

The Pay Paraprofessionals and Support Staff Act aims to ensure that paraprofessionals and education support staff are paid a living wage. The bill provides grants to states to ensure local educational agencies can pay these staff members a minimum salary or wage, which increases with experience. The act also mandates that states set a timeline to meet these wage requirements within four years of receiving a grant. Funds are to be used for salary increases and may also support professional development and certifications for these staff members.

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Current
Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jul 24, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.