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This bill modifies eligibility requirements for developmental disabilities programs and services in Arizona by making several key changes. The bill clarifies language regarding who is eligible for developmental disabilities programs, specifically focusing on individuals who are bona fide Arizona residents and have a documented developmental disability. It introduces more precise language about medical and psychological documentation, emphasizing the need for culturally appropriate and valid testing. The bill also modifies the referral process for potential services, requiring individuals to be first referred to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) administration for an eligibility determination. Additionally, the bill removes previous provisions that allowed the director to enter into interagency agreements for determining eligibility and instead prohibits requiring individuals with developmental disabilities to apply for developmental disabilities programs before applying for system eligibility. The changes aim to streamline the application and eligibility determination process, ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities can more easily access necessary services while maintaining clear standards for qualification and documentation.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81872