In carrying out the provisions of this article, the department shall coordinate and strengthen the programs of rehabilitation for persons with disabilities to the end that they may attain or maintain their maximum potential in employment, self-sufficiency, and independent living. Nothing in this article is to be construed as an eligibility-based entitlement to a vocational rehabilitation service provided by the state.
Source: L. 2015: Entire article added with relocations, (SB 15-239), ch. 160, p. 478, § 2, effective July 1, 2016.
Editor's note: Section 8-84-102 was originally numbered as § 26-8-101, and the amendments to it by House Bill 15-1188 were further amended by Senate Bill 15-239 and relocated to this section, effective July 1, 2016.
Structure Colorado Code
Article 84 - Vocational Rehabilitation
Part 1 - Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
§ 8-84-102. Rehabilitation Programs
§ 8-84-104. Functions of the Department
§ 8-84-105. Administration - Rules
§ 8-84-106. Rehabilitation of Persons With Disabilities - Rules
§ 8-84-107. Cooperation With Federal Government
§ 8-84-108. Transfer of Functions - Transition Plan - Report