(a) As used in this section and section 46a-10b, “Connecticut protection and advocacy system” means the nonprofit entity designated by the Governor in accordance with section 46a-10b to serve as the state's protection and advocacy system and client assistance program.
(b) The Connecticut protection and advocacy system shall provide the following:
(1) Protection and advocacy services for people with disabilities, as provided under the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000, 42 USC 15001, as amended from time to time; and
(2) A client assistance program, as provided under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, 29 USC 732, as amended from time to time.
(P.A. 16-66, S. 47.)
History: P.A. 16-66 effective May 27, 2016.
Structure Connecticut General Statutes
Chapter 813 - Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
Section 46a-7. - State policy concerning disabled persons.
Section 46a-10a. - Connecticut protection and advocacy system. Provision of services.
Section 46a-11. - Duties and powers of director.
Section 46a-11a. (Formerly Sec. 19a-458). - Definitions.
Section 46a-11d. (Formerly Sec. 19a-458c). - Protective services. Petition in Superior Court.
Section 46a-11g. (Formerly Sec. 19a-458f). - Referral of information to state's attorney.