Notable Rapid Response Questions from June 2021
Stipends for Council members to attend meetings if they are not employed or must forfeit wages to attend, what is the difference between Systems Change Measures 1 and 2? Click…
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Eligibility of Services Criteria
Criteria for Eligibility of Services Summarize the Council’s analysis of the eligibility criteria used to determine access to specialized services provided by State agencies that may exclude individuals with developmental…
DetailsABLE and Employment Report
This report highlights the work and accomplishments of DD Councils with regard to the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE Act) and employment, based primarily on their 2018 Program…
DetailsObligation, Liquidation, and Date of Completion (AIDD Information Memorandum)
GRANT TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 42 USC 15001 et seq. Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill ofRights Act of 2000 45 CFR 1325 Requirements Applicable to the Developmental Disabilities Program 45 CFR…
DetailsLiquidation Waiver Process (ADD Information Memorandum)
Subject: Liquidation waiver process, eligibility, and instructions for unliquidated obligations at the end of the liquidation period for State Councils on Developmental Disabilities (DD Councils or SCDD) and Protection &…
DetailsCouncil Budget: Basic info, development, and member and staff responsibilities
This resource can be used as a training resource to further understanding about the Council budget. The following areas are covered: What is a budget? How is it developed? and…
DetailsCOVID-19 Report Council Activities, Initiatives, and Impact
Councils respond to the pandemic As news of the COVID-19 pandemic grew and states began implementing containment measures in March 2020 and beyond, State Councils on Developmental Disabilities (Councils) across…
DetailsDD Act State Plan Implementation Activities Resource: Outcomes Focus
Background: This resource was created using the State plan implementation activities section of the DD Act (Section 125 (c) (5) (B-L)). The resource was developed starting with what a Council…
DetailsDevelopmental Disabilities Councils addressing Sexual Abuse Report Final
Councils across the United States and Territories work to address identified needs by conducting advocacy, capacity building, and systems change efforts that promote self‐determination, inclusion, and integration. Councils play a…
DetailsDesignated State Agency: What does the DD Act say?
Roles, responsibilities and purpose What does the Act say? Each State/Territory shall designate a State agency that shall, on behalf of the State, provide support to the Council. Section 125(d)(1)…
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