Contentious debate stalls bill that would remove contractor exemption for home‑care providers

Representative Gray's proposal to remove a statutory exemption that allowed some home‑care agencies to treat personal‑care workers as independent contractors drew extended testimony from caregiver registries and agency owners who said the registry model is consumer‑directed; providers warned the change would eliminate choice and harm caregivers, while agency proponents argued proper classification is vital for benefits and protections. No motion was made and the bill died for lack of a motion.