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Search Results: keywords:"intellectual disabilities"

S. 3698 — To amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
January 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:278
S. 3698 is a bill that aims to update the language used in the District of Columbia Official Code to refer to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The bill proposes changes in specific sections of the code by replacing outdated terms like "substantially retarded...
Simple Explanation
S. 3698 is a bill that wants to change some old and not-so-nice words in the laws for Washington, D.C., about people with intellectual disabilities to make them nicer and more respectful. For example, instead of saying "substantially retarded persons," it says "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities."
S. 4174 — To amend title IV of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a clearinghouse on intellectual disabilities, and for other purposes.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:467
S. 4174, also known as the “Think Differently Database Act,” aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to create a clearinghouse focused on intellectual disabilities. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to set up a public resource that provides...
Simple Explanation
S. 4174, called the "Think Differently Database Act," wants to make a special place where people can find help and information about intellectual disabilities, like a big library online with lots of useful stuff to help people who learn and think differently, and their families.
S. 3698 — An Act To amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
September 25, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:250
S. 3698 aims to update the language used in title 11 of the District of Columbia Official Code. The bill specifically changes outdated terms like "substantially retarded persons" to "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities" in different sections concerning the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change old words to nicer ones when talking about people with intellectual disabilities in special law books for Washington, D.C., to make sure everyone is spoken about respectfully.
H. R. 7055 — To amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to provide that the supplemental security income benefits of adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities shall not be reduced by reason of marriage.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:552
H. R. 7055, introduced in the 118th Congress, aims to amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to ensure that supplemental security income (SSI) benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities are not reduced due to marriage. The bill specifies that eligible individuals...
Simple Explanation
This bill makes sure that people with certain disabilities who receive extra money from the government don't get less money just because they get married. It wants to stop the rule that cuts their money when they marry someone.
S. 3698 — To amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
September 10, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:359
S. 3698 proposes changes to the language used in the District of Columbia Official Code to update terms referring to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The bill seeks to replace outdated terms like “substantially retarded persons” with more current and respectful...
Simple Explanation
S. 3698 is a bill that wants to change some old and not-so-nice words about people with certain disabilities in a law book to make them nicer and more respectful. It's like using kinder words so that everyone feels respected and included.
S. 5260 — To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make certain information available on a public website relating to intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities certified for participation under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,793
S. 5260 aims to increase transparency and prevent abuse in intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities by requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make specific information about these facilities publicly available online. The...
Simple Explanation
S. 5260 is a bill that wants to make sure people know more about places that care for people with learning challenges by putting important information online so everyone can see it. The bill also plans to have a group of smart people help come up with ideas on how to make sure these places are nice and safe.
H. R. 670 — To amend title IV of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a clearinghouse on intellectual disabilities, and for other purposes.
December 16, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:950
H.R. 670, also known as the "Think Differently Database Act," aims to establish a publicly accessible website to share information and resources for individuals with disabilities, as well as their caregivers and families. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is tasked...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 670 wants to make a special website that helps people with disabilities and their families find information and help easily. The website will tell them about who can get Medicaid, how to contact their state offices, and how long it might take for aid to arrive.

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