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This bill establishes a mechanism for annual rate increases for employees of nonprofit human services providers who contract with state agencies. Specifically, the bill defines "nonprofit human services providers" as nonprofits that contract with the state to provide services for people with physical disabilities, intellectual or developmental disabilities (including autism spectrum disorder), and behavioral health services. Starting July 1st each year, state agencies must increase salary or payment rates for these providers' employees by the percentage increase in the consumer price index (CPI) for urban wage earners and clerical workers from the previous calendar year. Additionally, the Commissioner of Social Services is required to adjust Medicaid rates for these providers correspondingly, unless federal Medicaid regulations prohibit such an adjustment. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management file a biennial report by January 1, 2026, analyzing the appropriations needed to ensure continued rate increases for these nonprofit human services provider contracts. The purpose of the bill is to help nonprofit providers maintain competitive wages and keep pace with inflation, thereby supporting the continued delivery of critical human services.

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