Bill Text: VA HB990 | 2022 | Regular Session | Chaptered

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Bill Title: Individuals w/ intellectual & developmental disabilities; DMAS to study use of virtual support, etc.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 2-0)

Status: (Passed) 2022-04-08 - Governor: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0221) [HB990 Detail]

Download: Virginia-2022-HB990-Chaptered.html

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CHAPTER 221 An Act to require the Department of Medical Assistance Services to continue the work group to study options for the permanent use of virtual supports and increasing access to virtual supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. [H 990] Approved April 8, 2022

 

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. §1. The Department of Medical Assistance Services shall continue the work group composed of individuals with developmental disabilities, families of individuals with developmental disabilities, representatives of advocacy organizations, and other appropriate stakeholders to study and develop recommendations for the permanent use of virtual supports and increasing access to virtual supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by promoting access to assistive technology and environmental modifications. The Department shall report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly by November 1, 2022.