A bill for an act establishing a state minimum hourly wage for direct care professionals.

Summary

The bill raises the minimum hourly pay for workers who provide personal and health‑care services in nursing facilities, homes, or child‑care centers to at least $20, with a $19.10 floor for those employed less than 90 days. It amends Iowa’s wage law so the higher of the state or federal minimum applies, defines who counts as a direct‑care professional, and directs the state department to issue implementing rules. The measure is intended to improve pay for a low‑wage, high‑need workforce.

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