Bill > SB452

This bill establishes the Office for Individuals with Disabilities within the Office of the Governor and the Advisory Committee for Individuals with Disabilities to advise the Governor and General Assembly on policies and issues affecting individuals with disabilities and their families. The office is tasked with ensuring access to coordinated services and programs, identifying gaps in funding and services, advocating for consumer control, and developing regulations. The committee is composed of both public officials and non-governmental members, with the latter holding voting privileges. The bill also provides for the funding of the office and committee through federal and private money.