California Community Health Worker Legislation

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Community Health Workers - DHCS

(8 days ago) WebCommunity Health Workers . The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) added Community Health Worker (CHW) services as a Medi-Cal benefit starting July 1, 2022. CHW services are an integral part of Enhanced Care Management and Community …

https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/community-health-workers

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State Community Health Worker Policies: California - NASHP

(2 days ago) WebIn July 2022, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved California’s State Plan Amendment 22-0001, making CHW services a Medi-Cal benefit, effective July 1, 2022. …

https://nashp.org/state-tracker/state-community-health-worker-policies/california/

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Future of Community Health Workers in California - California …

(7 days ago) WebDemand for the CHW/P/R workforce is growing. California has set a goal of training 25,000 new CHW/P/Rs by 2025 to work in health care and social services in …

https://www.chcf.org/blog/lawmakers-discuss-future-community-health-workers-california/

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Community Health Workers, Promotores & Representatives

(4 days ago) WebBackground. Community Health Workers, Promotores, and Representatives (CHW/P/Rs) have long provided critical preventive, promotive, and referral services for communities in …

https://hcai.ca.gov/workforce/initiatives/community-health-workers-promotores-chw-p/

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Understanding California’s Community Health …

(7 days ago) Webresearch can be found in Understanding California’s Community Health Worker/Promotor Workforce: CHW/P Health Care Employers.3 The qualitative interviews included several …

https://www.senate.ca.gov/sites/senate.ca.gov/files/7._understandingcachwpworkforce.pdf

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Legislators and Advocates Unveil 2024 Care4all California Bills for

(8 days ago) WebMarch 13, 2024. Thirteen CA proposals announced today to get California to a more universal, accessible, and equitable health system, as soon as possible. …

https://health-access.org/legislators-and-advocates-unveil-2024-care4all-california-bills-for-health-reform/

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California Poised for Major Expansion of Community …

(5 days ago) WebNow California is poised to start what could be the biggest expansion of community health workers in state history. The 2021–22 budget establishes a community health worker benefit within the Medi …

https://www.chcf.org/blog/california-poised-major-expansion-community-health-workers/

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STATE LAW FACT SHEET: A SUMMARY OF STATE …

(7 days ago) WebThis state law document builds on the CDC’s 2013 state law fact sheet, A Summary of State Community Health Worker Laws17 that describes the landscape of state laws …

https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/pubs/docs/SLFS-Summary-State-CHW-Laws.pdf

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California Health Care Foundation - CALIFORNIA …

(8 days ago) Web2021-22 Governor’s May Revision Department of Health Care Services Highlights. May 14, 2021 ( 22 pages) (Page 6) May 14, 21 "Community Health Workers (CHWs) – DHCS proposes to add CHWs to the class of …

https://cachw.org/california

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Background on CHW/Ps in California - California Health Care …

(9 days ago) WebExamples of the work that many CHW/Ps do include: Meeting patients in the community. Encouraging patient activation and self-management. Teaching the importance of …

https://www.chcf.org/resource-center/advancing-californias-community-health-worker-promotor-workforce-medi-cal/introduction/background-on-chw-ps-in-california/

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State Community Health Worker Policies - NASHP

(1 days ago) WebCommunity health workers (CHWs) played a key role in reaching and supporting communities — particularly those that experience health disparities — during …

https://nashp.org/state-tracker/state-community-health-worker-policies/

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Legal Considerations for Community Health Workers and their …

(1 days ago) WebWith stakeholder input, the Association of State & Territorial Health Officials has identified a number of anticipated pros and cons associated with regulation of community health …

https://nachw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NNPHL-2018-Legal-Considerations-Community-Health-Workers-FINAL.pdf

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How does an idea become a bill and a bill become a law?

(6 days ago) WebSections: The National Association of Community Health Workers Calls on Public and Private Institutions to Respect, Protect, and Partner with Community Health …

https://cachw.org/national

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Community Health Workers in California Healthforce Center at …

(2 days ago) WebThe Affordable Care Act is significantly impacting care delivery. This shift towards more patient-centered and cost effective care is creating innovative opportunities to reduce …

https://healthforce.ucsf.edu/research/projects/community-health-workers-california

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AB2697 California 2021-2022 Medi-Cal: community health …

(7 days ago) WebCalifornia AB2697 2021-2022 AB 2697 AguiarCurry MediCal community health worker servicesExisting law establishes the MediCal program which is administered by the State …

https://trackbill.com/bill/california-assembly-bill-2697-medi-cal-community-health-worker-services/2230848/

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Workforce for a Healthy California - California Health and Human …

(4 days ago) WebCaring4Cal Program (Open now through May 31, 2024) Caring4Cal is a program for current and prospective licensed or certified providers in Home and Community-Based Services …

https://www.chhs.ca.gov/workforce4healthyca/

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Community Health Worker Quick Reference Guide

(7 days ago) Webo Build individual and community capacity and health knowledge through outreach, community education, informal counseling, and social support and advocacy o May …

https://www.cencalhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Community-Health-Worker-QRG.pdf

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California Community Health Worker Core Competencies

(7 days ago) WebCommunity health workers (CHWs) have been working in California for years. CHWs, as well as promotores, community health representatives (CHRs) and other health …

https://chwtraining.org/california-community-health-worker-core-competencies/

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Congress Introduces the Community Health Worker Access Act

(2 days ago) WebToday, Senator Bob Casey (D-Pa.) introduced the Community Health Worker Access Act, a new bill proposing crucial investments in the community health …

https://www.pih.org/article/congress-introduces-community-health-worker-access-act

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Community Health Workers - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

(7 days ago) WebCommunity health workers act as intermediaries between their clients and providers of healthcare and social services. They identify health-related issues, collect …

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/community-health-workers.htm?ftag=MSF0951a18

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New California law raises minimum wage to $25 for health care …

(8 days ago) WebThat rate would increase 3.5% annually until it reaches $25 in 2033. Community clinics would start the pay increase at $21 per hour in 2024, rising to $22 in …

https://calmatters.org/health/2023/10/california-minimum-wage-health-care-law/

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California Passes New Law Raising Minimum Wage for Health Care …

(3 days ago) WebBeginning June 1, 2024, the minimum wage increases to $18/hour and will thereafter increase annually by 3.5% until it reaches $25/hour on June 1, 2033. Primary …

https://www.natlawreview.com/article/california-passes-new-law-raising-minimum-wage-health-care-workers

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Is there a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect

(Just Now) WebIn California, a state task force aimed at shifting "mandated reporting to community supporting" is planning recommendations similar to Colorado's. Among …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/25/1247021109/states-find-a-downside-to-mandatory-reporting-laws-meant-to-protect-children

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New California Rule Aims to Limit Health Care Cost Increases to …

(5 days ago) WebWednesday’s vote was the state’s first foray into tackling health care spending in California, which reached $405 billion in 2020, or $10,299 per person — the 22nd …

https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2024-04-24/new-california-rule-aims-to-limit-health-care-cost-increases-to-3-annually

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California lawmakers once again introduce universal health care …

(1 days ago) WebCalifornia lawmakers have once again introduced a universal health care bill after unsuccessful attempts in the past. The bill’s latest iteration, formally known as AB …

https://ktla.com/news/california/california-lawmakers-once-again-introduce-universal-healthcare-bill/

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What the New Overtime Rule Means for Workers

(6 days ago) WebA cornerstone of that promise is the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) requirement that when most workers work more than 40 hours in a week, they get paid …

https://blog.dol.gov/2024/04/23/what-the-new-overtime-rule-means-for-workers

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Most nursing homes don't have enough staff to meet the federal …

(4 days ago) WebThe new rules mean 4 out of 5 nursing homes will need more aides and nurses. Unions hailed the change, but advocates say it's not enough care, while nursing …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/24/1246628171/nursing-home-staffing-final-rule-medicare-medicaid

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‘Right to Disconnect’ Plan in California Hits Employer Backlash

(Just Now) WebFor work beyond 12 hours per day, the overtime pay increases to double the worker’s usual hourly rate. The US Department of Labor is close to finalizing a rule to …

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/right-to-disconnect-plan-in-california-hits-employer-backlash

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Division of Workers’ Compensation Posts Updated Time of Hire …

(8 days ago) WebThe Commission on Health and Safety and Workers' Compensation Announces the 2024 Young Worker Leadership Academy on February 15-February 17: …

https://www.dir.ca.gov/DIRNews/2024/2024-30.html

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Fact Sheet: Vice President Harris Announces Historic …

(3 days ago) WebActions are the latest in a series of steps the Biden-Harris Administration has taken to improve safety, provide support for care workers and family caregivers, and to …

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/04/22/fact-sheet-vice-president-harris-announces-historic-advancements-in-long-term-care-to-support-the-care-economy/

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Biden Rule Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers

(1 days ago) WebThe U.S. Department of Labor rule will require employers to pay overtime premiums to workers who earn a salary of less than $1,128 per week, or about $58,600 …

https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2024-04-23/biden-rule-grants-overtime-pay-to-4-million-us-workers

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US Chamber of Commerce Sues FTC for Ban on Noncompete …

(5 days ago) WebThe FTC on Tuesday said that banning noncompete agreements will increase worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and will lead to the creation …

https://www.usnews.com/news/top-news/articles/2024-04-24/us-ban-on-worker-noncompete-agreements-faces-lawsuit-from-major-business-group

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Daimler Truck Reaches Deal With United Auto Workers, Averts U.S.

(Just Now) Web(Reuters) -Daimler Truck agreed to a new labor contract on Friday with over 7,300 hourly workers represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at six facilities in …

https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2024-04-26/daimler-truck-faces-imminent-strike-by-over-7-300-us-workers

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UN Labor Agency Report Warns of Rising Threat of Excess Heat, …

(4 days ago) WebPaul White. FILE - A road worker stops to take a drink of water in Madrid, Spain, Monday, July 18, 2022. The U.N. labor organization warned Monday, April 22, …

https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2024-04-22/un-labor-agency-report-warns-of-rising-threat-of-excess-heat-climate-change-on-worlds-workers

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