Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
HRES 990 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for fair treatment of paraprofessionals (like instructional assistants) and education support staff (such as clerical, custodial, and food service workers) in schools. It states these over 3 million frontline workers deserve livable wages, affordable health care, job security, paid leave, professional development, and safe working conditions. The resolution lists specific recommendations, including eligibility for family medical leave and protections against retaliation for reporting workplace issues. It does not create new laws but formally recognizes these staff as essential to school success and calls for policies addressing their current challenges.
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Introduced Jan 31, 2024
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Jan 31, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Jan 31, 2024
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1 primary · 36 co-sponsors
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Jahana Hayes
DDemocratic
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Adam B. Schiff
DDemocratic
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Angie Craig
DDemocratic
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Ann M. Kuster
DDemocratic
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Barbara Lee
DDemocratic
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Becca Balint
DDemocratic
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Bonnie Watson Coleman
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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Chellie Pingree
DDemocratic
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Danny K. Davis
DDemocratic
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David J. Trone
DDemocratic
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