Summary
Adds Down syndrome to the definition of developmental disability for the purpose of making Down syndrome an automatic qualifier for Medicaid; expands the definition of developmental disability to include certain individuals below the age of ten who cannot demonstrate that their disability constitutes a substantial handicap to their ability to function in a normal society, but that have a high probability of meeting such criteria later in life; expands the definition of developmental disability to include certain individuals below the age of four.
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Legislative Journey
- Introduced
- Committee
- Floor
- Passed Chamber 1
- Passed Chamber 2
- Signed
Mar 18, 2025
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
HouseJan 7, 2026
REFERRED TO MENTAL HEALTH
HouseMar 18, 2026
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO MENTAL HEALTH
HouseMar 18, 2026
PRINT NUMBER 6904A
House