H 835 Vermont House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

An act relating to services for adults with an intellectual disability

This bill aims to improve services and rights for adults with intellectual disabilities in Vermont by establishing stronger oversight and support mechanisms. It requires a professional review committee to approve any restrictions on personal rights or privacy, mandates the submission of a final Olmstead Plan by January 2025, and provides financial assistance to parents or guardians when alternative care options are unavailable. The legislation also enhances transparency in Human Services Board proceedings by allowing participants to submit supporting documentation and introducing a complaint procedure for individuals under guardianship. Additionally, it clarifies guardianship laws to ensure guardians can negotiate contracts that protect the individual's rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable state laws.
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Introduced Jan 23, 2024 Last action Jan 23, 2024
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1 primary · 38 co-sponsors

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State
District
P
Photo of Topper McFaun
Topper McFaun
RRepublican
VT
Washington-Orange
Co
Photo of Alyssa Black
Alyssa Black
DDemocratic
VT
Chittenden-24
Co
AP
Art Peterson
RRepublican
VT
Rutland-2
Co
BF
Bobby Farlice-Rubio
DDemocratic
VT
Caledonia-1
Co
Photo of Brian Cina
Brian Cina
DDemocratic/Progressive
VT
Chittenden-15
Co
BS
Brian Smith
RRepublican
VT
Orleans-1
Co
Photo of Carolyn Branagan
Carolyn Branagan
RRepublican
VT
Franklin-1
Co
CT
Chip Troiano
DDemocratic
VT
Caledonia-2
Co
Photo of Chris Taylor
Chris Taylor
RRepublican
VT
Chittenden-Franklin
Co
Photo of Dan Noyes
Dan Noyes
DDemocratic
VT
Lamoille-2
Co
DL
Dennis LaBounty
DDemocratic
VT
Caledonia-3