A2228

Establishes Direct Care Worker Support Program in DOH; makes appropriation.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2228 establishes a support program for direct care workers, including financial aid for childcare and transportation, and a study on wage.

New Jersey A2228 establishes the Direct Care Worker Support Program within the Department of Health. This program aims to assist direct care workers with childcare and transportation expenses. Additionally, the Department of Health will conduct a study on wage gaps among different types of direct care workers. The study will result in a report to the Governor and Legislature, including recommendations for fair compensation. The bill also includes an appropriation from the General Fund to support these initiatives.

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee