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2009 Senate Bill 5373: Concerning intervention services for children with disabilities
Introduced by Sen. Claudia Kauffman, (D-Kent) (D) on January 21, 2009
Identifies the need for state funded early intervention services for infants and toddlers identified as developmentally disabled. Recommends coordinating all federal, state and local resources to include education, health and social services to support the implementation of individualized family service plans. Places authority for implementation of services under the department of social and health services and directs appropriate funding to that department. Creates a caseload forecast council to be appointed by the governor and cites this act as the infant toddler equity act. (See also Companion SB 5373).   Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the Senate Health & Long-Term Care Committee on January 21, 2009