Bill > S288

This bill aims to support the transition to adult services for persons with disabilities. It amends existing laws to update terminology, improve coordination between schools and adult service agencies, and expand access to transition services. Key provisions include: - Requiring schools to invite representatives from the Bureau of Transition Planning or adult service agencies to IEP meetings at least two years before a student graduates or turns 22, to facilitate transition planning. - Defining "person with a disability" and "substantial impediment to employment" to determine eligibility for habilitative services, which can include instruction in independent living, preparation for employment, and self-advocacy training. - Establishing a pilot program within the Department of Developmental Services to provide transitional services for individuals with developmental disabilities who do not meet the definition of intellectual disability. - Requiring annual reporting on the number of individuals referred for and receiving habilitative services, and proposals for using federal Medicaid funding to address service needs. - Directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to amend regulations to align with the Act within 90 days.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S288