This bill aims to recognize and honor the vital role of direct support professionals in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. It designates a national week of recognition and calls for improved classification and data collection for this workforce. The legislation seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by direct support professionals and their importance in implementing disability rights and community integration policies.

Susan Collins, Chris Van Hollen

What is the status of SR453?

Introduced as of October 15, 2025.

SR453 U.S. Senate: A resolution designating the week…

Introduced

Agreed to in Senate · October 17, 2025

October 15, 2025

Ms. Collins (for herself and Mr. Van Hollen) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Designating the week beginning September 7, 2025, as “National Direct Support Professionals Week”.

(1) designates the week beginning September 7, 2025, as “National Direct Support Professionals Week”;
(2) recognizes the dedication and vital role of direct support professionals in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities;
(3) appreciates the contribution of direct support professionals in supporting individuals with disabilities in the United States and the families of those individuals;
(4) commends direct support professionals for being integral to the provision of long-term support and services for individuals with disabilities; and
(5) finds that the successful implementation of public policies affecting individuals with disabilities in the United States can depend on the dedication of direct support professionals.