SB 1366

Abstract

Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act. Provides that by June 30, 2022 the Department of Human Services shall select from the Prioritization of the Urgency of Need of Services (PUNS) database no fewer than 3,600 persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities to receive relevant State services and supports. Provides that no fewer than 600 persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities shall be selected to receive services under this provision by June 30, 2020. Provides that the Department shall establish and maintain the Illinois Children and Adult Home and Community-Based Services Pilot Program to expand and increase community-based services and housing options for adults and children with disabilities who are eligible for services under the Department's Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. Provides that the Department, in consultation with all relevant State agencies, shall annually report to the General Assembly on the progress made in implementing these provisions. Provides that the Department shall submit its first report no later than May 31, 2021 and every May 31 thereafter. Provides that the Department, and all relevant State agencies, shall fully implement the supports and services required under this Section by June 30, 2023.