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CT HB06717

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/4/2015

Primary Sponsor

Aging Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces Section 17a-316a of the general statutes effective July 1, 2015
  • Renames the "Community Choices" program to the state Aging and Disability Resource Center Program in accordance with the federal Older Americans Act Amendments of 2006
  • Integrates the program as part of the Department on Aging's CHOICES program under section 17a-314
  • Requires the program to provide information, referrals, assessments, counseling, benefit screening, care coordination, and advocacy services for individuals age 60+, those 18+ with disabilities, and caregivers
  • Authorizes the Commissioner on Aging to establish program requirements, procedures, and adopt regulations necessary for implementation

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The State Aging And Disability Resource Center Program.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/4/2015

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Aging2/4/2015

Full Bill Text

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