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Public Act 102-0536
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AN ACT concerning public aid.
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Be it enacted by the People of the State of Illinois,
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represented in the General Assembly:
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Section 5. The Illinois Public Aid Code is amended by |
adding Section 12-4.54 as follows:
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(305 ILCS 5/12-4.54 new) |
Sec. 12-4.54. Community-based long-term services; |
application for federal funding. The Department of Healthcare |
and Family Services shall apply for all available federal |
funding to promote community inclusion and integration for |
persons with disabilities, regardless of age, and older adults |
so that those persons have the option to transition out of |
institutions and receive long-term care services and supports |
in the settings of their choice.
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Section 99. Effective date. This Act takes effect upon |
becoming law.
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