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SRES 158119th CongressIn Committee
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
Introduced: Apr 7, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-Massachusetts)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Expresses Senate support for fair compensation and working conditions for school support staff.
Key Points
- 1Calls for livable, competitive wages for paraprofessionals and support staff
- 2Requests access to affordable healthcare and paid family/medical leave
- 3Supports professional development opportunities during paid hours
- 4Advocates for safe working conditions and adequate staffing levels
- 5Encourages collective bargaining and good faith negotiations
- 6Addresses job security and employment contract improvements
- 7Recognizes workforce shortages since COVID-19 pandemic
Impact Areas
K-12 education workforceSchool staffingLabor relationsPublic education funding
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