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A 3548

Amends the definition of "developmental disability"

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Marianne Buttenschon and 9 co-sponsors

Amends the definition of 'developmental disability,' potentially widening or narrowing eligibility for services, funding, and protections for individuals, families, and providers.

REFERRED TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
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Bill Summary · A 3548

Summary of Assembly Bill A 3548

Overview

  • Bill number: A 3548
  • Title: Amends the definition of "developmental disability"
  • Introduced: January 28, 2025
  • Status: REFERRED TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ( Assembly committee)
  • Classification: bill

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill aims to amend the statutory definition of "developmental disability." The available information does not specify whether the change broadens, narrows, or clarifies the definition, nor the particular criteria or age ranges affected. The intended impact is to modify how the term is defined for purposes of eligibility, services, or protections tied to developmental disability determinations under state law.

Key Provisions (as disclosed)

  • Core change: The bill would revise the definition of "developmental disability" within the relevant state statutes.
  • Details of the definitional change (specific criteria, thresholds, qualifying conditions, or affected programs) are not provided in the available information. The substantive impact will depend on the exact language of the amendment.

Who Is Affected

  • Individuals currently identified or served under programs tied to the definition of developmental disability.
  • State agencies and departments administering disability services, funding, and eligibility criteria.
  • Families and caregivers of individuals who would fall under (or potentially fall under) the amended definition.
  • Service providers and entities that rely on the definition for eligibility determinations and funding.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction date: January 28, 2025.
  • Action to date: Referred to the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities on January 28, 2025 (noted as two entries, both indicating referral to the same committee).
  • Current status indicates the bill is in committee review; no floor action or final passage timeline is specified in the provided material.

Sponsorship

  • Primary sponsor: Angelo Santabarbara
  • Cosponsors: Nader Sayegh, MaryJane Shimsky, Brian Manktelow, Tommy Schiavoni, William Colton, Jaime R. Williams, Joe DeStefano, Marianne Buttenschon, Karines Reyes

Related Legislation

  • Senate counterparts and/or companion bills in prior sessions include:
    • S 2767, S 3232, S 3431, S 186, S 8043, S 3623, S 4607, S 5016
    • A 9913 (prior-session)
    • S 3996 (companion)
  • The bill’s related-legislation landscape suggests ongoing interest in redefining developmental disability across both chambers and multiple sessions.

Potential Impact and Considerations

  • The exact impact depends on the enacted definitional language. Potential effects could include:
    • Expanded or restricted eligibility for services, supports, or protections tied to developmental disability.
    • Changes to funding allocations, program administration, or eligibility determinations by state agencies.
    • Implications for individuals, families, and service providers navigating disability programs.
  • Stakeholders may seek alignment with federal definitions or modern understanding of developmental disability, potential protections against discrimination, and consistency with existing state statutes.

Note: For a detailed assessment of the bill’s impact, the full text of the proposed definitional amendment and any accompanying materials (explanatory notes, fiscal implications) would be needed.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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