Requires Division of Children's System of Care to make changes to certain polices regarding the provision of family support and respite care services for certain eligible individuals.

Also relevant to:Caregiver (family or unpaid)

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This bill would change how the state provides family support services for individuals under 21 with developmental disabilities. It requires a 12-month authorization period for services like respite care and ensures families receive a separate bank of respite hours. Families would also undergo an annual review to determine continued eligibility for these services.

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Sponsorship · 11 Sponsors

Democrat8Republican3Independent0Other0

D · PrimeShama Haider
D · PrimeCarol Murphy
R · CoPaul Kanitra
R · CoAura Dunn
R · CoAl Barlas
D · CoShanique Speight
D · CoLuanne Peterpaul
D · CoMargie Donlon
D · CoRosy Bagolie
D · CoVerlina Reynolds-Jackson
D · CoLinda Carter

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