The Arizona Department of Economic Security is inviting the public to weigh in on draft revisions aimed at enhancing the clarity and effectiveness of the eligibility rules for Developmental Disabilities Programs. These changes are particularly noteworthy as they include the addition of Down syndrome as a qualifying condition and outline the qualifications needed for medical professionals to diagnose a developmental disability, according to the Arizona Department of Economic Security.
To simplify the determination process of an applicant's eligibility for services provided by the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), the Department has proposed amendments under 6 A.A.C. 6, Article 3. Notably, the draft rules highlight underlined text as a new language to be added and strikethrough text that might be removed. This open call for public comment comes before the formal comment period to make sure the community's input is included without the need for substantial changes later on which would complicate the rulemaking process, required by other procedures and requirements.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit their written opinions on the draft by February 14. Comments can be made either by utilizing the Comment Form available on the DES website, via email at [email protected], or by traditional mail. To ensure that they are taken into account, emailed comments should be sent by 11:59 p.m. MST on the due date, and mailed contributions must be postmarked by February 14.
