BILL · 2007–08 SESSION

SB 6669: Independent living providers

Permitting persons with developmental disabilities to make living decisions regarding independent supported living providers.

Summary

  • Individuals who are in the supported living program are permitted to hire, fire, and direct the work of their independent living providers. These providers will be considered independent contractors and can collectively bargain with the state over wages and benefits.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 6669), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
  1. IntroducedJan 21, 2008
  2. Out of committeestopped here
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. Governor
  6. Law
Prime sponsor
Adam Kline (D-37)
Introduced
January 21, 2008 in the Senate
Last action
February 4, 2008
Companion bill
HB 3055
Budget
Has a fiscal note

AN ACT Relating to allowing clients receiving supported living services to have control over employment of independent supported living providers;

Sponsors

Votes

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

History

  1. And refer to Ways & Means.
  2. HEA - Majority; do pass.
  3. Referred to Ways & Means.
  4. First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care.

SB 6669 in other sessions

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