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Oct 19th, 2021 by Erik GunnNursing Home Workers Resist Vaccines
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Sep 13th, 2021 by Madeline FuerstenbergNursing Homes Face Dilemma On Vaccine Mandate
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Aug 23rd, 2021 by Megan HartBudget Committee Approves Healthcare Spending Increase
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Jan 26th, 2021 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic LeaderDemocrats Introduce CNA Pay Act alongside CNAs and Individuals Who Depend on Their Car
The rate of CNAs leaving the profession continue to increase as they leave the industry for jobs with higher wages and better benefits.
Dec 5th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa SubeckDemocrats Introduce CNA Pay Act to Address Nursing Aide Shortage
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