Establishes a minimum base wage for personal attendants under Medicaid and other programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.

The bill amends the Government Code to establish a minimum base wage for personal attendants providing services under Medicaid and other programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission. The minimum wage is set at the greater of $15 an hour or the federal minimum wage. Contractors must ensure compliance with this wage requirement. The Health and Human Services Commission is required to monitor compliance and establish a confidential reporting process for violations.

Establishes a minimum base wage for personal attendants under Medicaid and other programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.

The bill amends the Government Code to establish a minimum base wage for personal attendants providing services under Medicaid and other programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission. The minimum wage is set at the greater of $15 an hour or the federal minimum wage. Contractors must ensure compliance with this wage requirement. The Health and Human Services Commission is required to monitor compliance and establish a confidential reporting process for violations.