Alabama § 21-9-1 - Declaration of Policy.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 21-9-1 — Declaration of Policy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 21-9-1. Declaration of Policy.

It is the policy of this state to provide rehabilitation services, to the extent needed and feasible within resources available, to eligible children and adults with disabilities throughout the state, so that they may engage in meaningful educational and employment opportunities and live independently to the extent of their capabilities, thereby increasing their social and economic well-being and that of their families, and the productive capacity of this state and nation, also thereby reducing the burden of dependency on families and taxpayers.

Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Code of Alabama § 21-9-1 cover?

Section 21-9-1 ("Declaration of Policy.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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