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HR 8541·Federal·house

Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act

In CommitteeFiled Apr 28, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6] (D)
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, the Judiciary, House Administration, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Apr 28, 2026

Summary

The Long‑Term Care Workforce Support Act would provide federal grants, establish training and career‑advancement programs, and set labor‑rights standards for the nation’s direct‑care professionals. It targets low wages, high turnover and burnout among workers who care for older adults and people with disabilities. By improving compensation, mental‑health support and workplace safety, the bill aims to strengthen the long‑term care system.

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