How does Public Act No. 24-19 impact Connecticut Home Care Agencies?
Public Act No. 24-19, passed by Connecticut’s senate earlier in 2024, includes several provisions intended to protect and support these frontline workers in their line of duty. It also earmarked $6 million in ARP 9817 funding to lessen the financial burden on agencies enacting these in-home staff safety enhancements.
Complying with SB 553 – California’s new workplace violence prevention bill
Passed by the California Legislature on September 12, 2023, and enacted on July 1, 2024, Senate Bill 553 addresses the increasing incidents of workplace violence being reported across the state. If you operate in California, it’s important to understand how this bill changed compliance expectations for your business and adjust accordingly.