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SB 400

AN ACT REQUIRING A STUDY REGARDING THE DEFINITION OF "INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY".

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeff Gordon

Connecticut study bill to examine and harmonize how intellectual disability is defined across state agencies and programs.

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Bill Summary · SB 400

Legislative bill overview

SB 400 directs Connecticut to conduct a comprehensive study examining how "intellectual disability" is currently defined under state law and regulations. The bill requires analysis of existing definitions across different state agencies and programs to identify inconsistencies or gaps in how intellectual disability is classified and addressed.

Why is this important

Intellectual disability definitions directly affect eligibility for services, supports, and protections across education, healthcare, employment, and social services. Inconsistent definitions can create bureaucratic confusion, leave some individuals without needed services, or result in duplicative or contradictory requirements. A coordinated statewide definition could improve service delivery and ensure consistent treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and timeline: The study's scope, resources needed, and completion deadline are not specified in this overview, raising questions about implementation feasibility
  • Implementation authority: Clarity is needed on who implements any recommendations and whether study findings would be binding or merely advisory
  • Stakeholder representation: Questions about whether the study includes input from individuals with intellectual disabilities, families, service providers, and disability advocates versus only government agencies

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

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