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MT SB82
Bill
Status
4/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Yakawich
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AI Summary
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Establishes an Adjustment to Blindness Program within the Department of Public Health and Human Services to help individuals under age 55 with severe visual impairments achieve independent living goals
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Authorizes services including outreach, assistive technology, Braille instruction, independent living skills training, peer counseling, and guide/reader services
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Requires the department to evaluate each consumer's needs and determine service eligibility based on criteria established through administrative rule
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Grants applicants and recipients the right to a fair hearing if aggrieved by department action or inaction regarding their services
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Effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Establish adjustment to blindness program
Rule Making
Last Action
Chapter Number Assigned
4/3/2025