Relating to establishing a base wage for personal attendants under the community living assistance and support services (CLASS) waiver program.

HB 1721 establishes a minimum wage of $15 per hour (or the federal minimum wage, whichever is higher) for personal attendants providing services under Texas' CLASS waiver program, starting September 1, 2025. It directly affects caregivers working in this program, which supports individuals with disabilities in community settings. The bill requires annual wage adjustments for subsequent biennia based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners (CPI-W), ensuring the wage keeps pace with inflation. This policy change mandates concrete wage standards for these caregivers without altering the program's service structure.