Bill
HF 1166
Overview: HF 1166, "Grant established to expand disability services technology and advocacy, reports required, and money appropriated", was introduced on February 19, 2025. The aut
Overview: HF 1166, "Grant established to expand disability services technology and advocacy, reports required, and money appropriated", was introduced on February 19, 2025. The author, Virnig, has been added to the bill.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a grant program to expand the use of technology and advocacy services for individuals with disabilities. This is intended to improve access to and the quality of disability-related services.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a new grant program within the Department of Human Services to fund the development and implementation of technology-based disability services
- Requires the Department to provide reports on the grant program's activities and outcomes
- Appropriates funds to the Department to administer the grant program
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit individuals with disabilities by increasing their access to technology-enabled services and advocacy support. It may also impact disability service providers and organizations that could apply for and receive the grants.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the author addition stage, with Virnig being added as an author. Its next steps would involve further committee consideration and potential advancement through the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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