Thank you for taking time to visit The Arc of Monroe and tour our world-class ArcWorks manufacturing facility! We enjoyed continuing our conversation with you regarding our strong position on saving 14(c) as well as discussing our programs/services, including our Job Path program.

We wanted to share an updated statement about 14(c) from the US Department of Labor website:

Certificates under section 14(c) are issued to employers on an establishment basis. The certificates will indicate whether the establishment is a work center, also known as community rehabilitation program; a hospital/residential care center (a facility that employs patient workers); a business establishment that is not a work center or an employer of patient workers; or a School Work Experience Program (SWEP).

Here is the link for addressing applying for a 14(c) certificate.

Supporting people with IDD means advocating for them and their rights each and every day. We are so thankful that you support us.

>> Vote NO on eliminating section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. This will help our community

• • Keep workers with disabilities employed.
  • Create productive, safe training environments for people with disabilities who wish to prepare for a career.
  • Develop resources to assist local businesses in creating better opportunities for people with disabilities on their staff.

>> Help promote the Better Care Better Jobs Act to ensure:

• • Programs and funds are established for state Medicaid programs to improve home- and community-based services (HCBS), such as home health care, personal care, case management, and rehabilitative services.
  • Staff caring for people with disabilities are paid a reasonable wage.

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