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Read. Follow. Verify.Vermont General Assembly Introduces H.143 Establishing DeafBlind Support Program
Last action · February 5, 2025: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Human ServicesSponsor: Theresa Wood
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What This Bill Would Do
The Vermont General Assembly introduces H.143, requiring the Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living to create a dedicated support service program for individuals who are . The measure was referred to the Committee on Human Services during the 2025-2026 session.
Residents with combined vision and hearing loss will receive coordinated assistance through a new state-run program framework beginning in the 2025-2026 legislative session.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
individuals who are DeafBlind
They will receive new support services through the program established by the Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living.
Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living
The department is tasked with establishing and administering the new support service program.
Key Facts
- The bill requires the Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living to establish a support service program for individuals who are DeafBlind.
- The measure was introduced in the House as H.143 during the 2025-2026 session and referred to the Committee on Human Services.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Feb 5, 2025HouseIntroducedRead first time and referred to the Committee on Human Services
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