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SB 1480

Consumer-directed services employees; removal of limitation on hours worked per day.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by David Suetterlein

SB 1480 removes daily hour limits for in-home care workers in Virginia's consumer-directed services program, but was indefinitely postponed over fiscal concerns.

Passed by indefinitely in Finance and Appropriations (10-Y 5-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 1480

Legislative bill overview

SB 1480 would remove the current limitation on daily working hours for consumer-directed services (CDS) employees in Virginia—workers who provide in-home care, personal assistance, and related services to individuals receiving state-funded benefits. The bill passed out of the Rehabilitation and Social Services Committee unanimously but was indefinitely postponed in Finance and Appropriations with a 10-5 vote, effectively stalling it for the current legislative session.

Why is this important

Consumer-directed services are critical for elderly, disabled, and chronically ill Virginians who need in-home support to maintain independence. The current daily hour limitations may restrict workers' ability to earn income and limit employers' flexibility in scheduling care coverage, potentially affecting both worker livelihoods and client access to consistent care. The fiscal impact statement suggests budgetary concerns that influenced the Finance Committee's decision to indefinitely postpone the bill.

Potential points of contention

  • Labor cost implications: Removing hour caps could increase state spending on Medicaid-funded CDS, raising concerns about budget impact in an already constrained fiscal environment
  • Worker fatigue and care quality: Extended daily hours without limits may risk worker burnout and potential effects on care quality and client safety, despite workers' preference for more hours
  • Wage and benefit structure: The bill doesn't address whether workers would receive overtime pay or benefits, creating uncertainty about worker protections and true cost-benefit analysis

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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