MD HB1593

Requires the Deputy Secretary for Developmental Disabilities to provide public notice before making any changes to the Self-Directed Services Manual

Mandates a minimum 90-day public comment period following notice of proposed changes to the manual

Prohibits the Deputy Secretary from adopting proposed changes until the public comment period has concluded

Applies specifically to the Community Pathways Waiver program's Self-Directed Services Manual, which governs how individuals with developmental disabilities manage their own care services