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PA HR208
Resolution
Status
4/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Justin Fleming
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AI Summary
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Directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study services, processes, and wait times at the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services within the Department of Labor and Industry
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Study must research current wait times for customers seeking services and recommend improvements to reduce delays
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Study must examine how extended waiting periods impact the lives and potential careers of blind and visually impaired Pennsylvanians seeking employment assistance and support services
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Study must evaluate the referral process for outside services, including the potential for contracting with statewide nonprofit service providers for blind and visually impaired residents
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Report with findings and recommendations due to the General Assembly within 180 days of adoption
Legislative Description
Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and issue a report on the services, processes and wait times in the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services within the Department of Labor and Industry.
Last Action
Referred to Human Services
4/28/2025