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Committee opens bill file to extend program that allows state agencies to purchase from community rehabilitation programs
Summary
The Government Operations Interim Committee on Aug. 20 reviewed the statute allowing state purchases from community rehabilitation programs (CRPs) that employ people with severe disabilities and voted to open a bill file to extend the authority with added accountability requirements.
The Government Operations Interim Committee on Aug. 20 reviewed a statutory exception that allows state agencies to procure goods and services from community rehabilitation programs (CRPs) that employ people with severe disabilities. The committee voted to open a bill file to extend the provision and directed staff to add accountability measures.
Why it matters: The exception creates state procurement pathways for nonprofit CRPs whose mission is to provide employment opportunities for individuals with severe disabilities. Supporters said the…
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