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ID S1356
Bill
Status
2/28/2022
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Repeals Chapter 63, Title 33, Idaho Code relating to the Extended Employment Services Program.
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Establishes the Extended Employment Services (EES) Program in the Division of Medicaid within the Department of Health and Welfare to increase employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
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Defines three types of covered services: individual community-supported employment, group community-based supported employment (limited to 8 participants paid at minimum wage), and work services.
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Sets eligibility requirements: persons must have a disability that constitutes a barrier to maintaining paid employment, be at least 16 years old, and be Idaho residents.
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Requires the Division of Medicaid to approve all EES providers, enter into agreements specifying requirements and service fees, and may terminate or revoke provider approval for violations of agreements or department rules.
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Effective date: July 1, 2022.
Legislative Description
Repeals and adds to existing law to move the Extended Employment Services Program from the State Board of Education to the Department of Health and Welfare.
EXTENDED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROGRAM
Last Action
Reported Printed; referred to Health & Welfare
3/1/2022