ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Fifty-sixth Legislature

First Regular Session

House: HHS DP 9-0-0-0

HB 2455: developmental disabilities; Prader-Willi syndrome

Sponsor: Representative Pingerelli, LD 28

Caucus & COW

Overview

Modifies the definition of developmental disability to include a severe, chronic disability attributable to Prader-Willi syndrome.

History

Developmental disability means either a strongly demonstrated potential that a child under six years old has a developmental disability or will develop a developmental disability, as determined by specified tests, or a severe chronic disability that:

1)   is attributable to a cognitive disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, Down syndrome or autism;

2)   is manifested before the age of 18;

3)   is likely to continue indefinitely;

4)   results in substantial functional limitations in three or more specified areas of major life activity; and

5)   reflects the need for a combination and sequence of individually planned or coordinated special, generic or interdisciplinary care, treatment or other services that are lifelong or extended duration (A.R.S. § 36-551).

The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), within the Department of Economic Security provides certain services for individuals diagnosed with a developmental or intellectual disability, including: 1) behavioral health services; 2) respite services; 3) in-home support services; 4) occupational, physical and speech therapies; and 5) medical services.

Provisions

1.   ☐ Prop 105 (45 votes) ☐ Prop 108 (40 votes) ☐ Emergency (40 votes) ☐ Fiscal NoteExpands the definition of developmental disability to include a severe, chronic disability attributable to Prader-Willi syndrome. (Sec.1)

2.   Defines Prader-Willi syndrome as a genetic disorder that is characterized by short stature, intellectual disability, hypotonia, abnormally small hands and feet, hypogonadism and uncontrolled appetite leading to extreme obesity. (Sec. 1)

3.   Makes conforming changes. (Sec. 1)

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