NY A06543

Renames the "Developmental Disabilities Planning Council" to the "State Council on Developmental Disabilities"

Requires council members to be geographically representative and reflect the diversity of New York State

Establishes term limits preventing members from serving more than two consecutive three-year terms, with a three-year waiting period before reappointment eligibility

Specifies ex officio voting members must include representatives from education, rehabilitation services, aging, and health agencies with sufficient authority for policy planning and implementation

Requires at least 60% of appointed council members to include persons with developmental disabilities or their parents, guardians, or immediate relatives, with specific proportional breakdowns for each category