Aug 24, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardConsumer Directed Employer Rate Setting Board Minutes
The board discussed several proposals concerning caregiver rates and labor costs. Key discussion topics included the impact of potential wage freezes on caregiver retention, the importance of providing a livable wage to avoid workforce shortages, and the fiscal implications of shifting clients from in-home care to nursing facilities. The board reviewed specific rate proposals from the SEIU and CDWA, as well as a state proposal that maintains current wages but includes funding for training and cash programs. Financial concerns regarding B&O tax payments and parity were also addressed, highlighting the statutory challenges and the budgetary constraints facing the state for the current biennium.