California SB163 amends developmental services regulations to enhance consumer choice, improve service quality, and ensure compliance with federal.

California SB163 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to enhance developmental services for individuals with developmental disabilities. It mandates the State Department of Developmental Services to develop standardized processes for assessing consumer needs, including respite services. The bill also requires regional centers to establish local volunteer advisory committees and adopt anti-retaliation policies. It outlines criteria for selecting service providers, emphasizing consumer choice and community integration.

California SB163 amends developmental services regulations to enhance consumer choice, improve service quality, and ensure compliance with federal.

California SB163 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to enhance developmental services for individuals with developmental disabilities. It mandates the State Department of Developmental Services to develop standardized processes for assessing consumer needs, including respite services. The bill also requires regional centers to establish local volunteer advisory committees and adopt anti-retaliation policies. It outlines criteria for selecting service providers, emphasizing consumer choice and community integration.