Demonstrating continued support for the frontline workers vital to the health and safety of many New Jerseyans, Governor Murphy’s budget proposal includes wage increases for critical workers who care for some of New Jersey’s most vulnerable residents. The budget plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1 includes about $211.2 million for wage increases for direct support professionals, home health aides also known as personal care assistants, child care workers, nursing home workers, private duty nurses, community-based mental health and substance use disorder providers, and homeless shelter staff.
