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Providers, researchers urge 11% pay increase for direct support professionals in LB 54
Summary
LB 54 would raise reimbursement for direct support providers by 11% to narrow the wage gap with the Beatrice State Developmental Center; witnesses cited high turnover (≈50%), a ~19% worker shortage and potential federal matches if state funds are invested.
Nebraska providers, researchers and advocacy groups told the Appropriations Committee that LB 54 — an 11% rate increase for direct support professionals (DSPs) who serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities — aims to improve hiring and reduce turnover that, they said, undermines quality and availability of home- and community‑based services.
Senator Myron Dorn introduced the bill and framed the ask as parity with Beatrice State Development Center wages; the fiscal estimate presented in testimony…
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