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DE HB433

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

6/16/2016

Primary Sponsor

Melanie Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Mandates phased rate increases for providers of developmental disabilities services beginning in fiscal year 2017, with full implementation by 2020
  • Requires rates paid to providers to be based on the Instrument for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) assessment process
  • Establishes that by 2020, provider rates must reach 100% of market rates, up from the current 75% of market rate funding
  • The ICAP assessment determines support hours based on each individual's unique needs, challenges, and strengths
  • Rate increases intended to ensure safety and maximum community integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Division Of Developmental Disabilities Services.

Last Action

Reported Out of Committee (HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT) in House with 8 On Its Merits

6/22/2016

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Development6/16/2016

Full Bill Text

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