Massachusetts S137 updates language to respect individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Massachusetts S137 updates various sections of the state's General Laws to replace outdated and potentially offensive terms with more respectful language. The bill replaces terms like "mentally retarded" and "handicapped" with "persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities" and "persons with disabilities." It also updates definitions and references throughout the General Laws to reflect this more respectful terminology. The goal is to ensure the state's laws and policies use language that honors and respects individuals with disabilities.
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