Maryland § 7-404
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-404, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-404.
(a) Before an individual whose application for services has been approved by the Secretary is accepted for services, the individual is required to receive an evaluation in accordance with the rules and regulations adopted under § 7-401(a)(1) of this subtitle.
(b) The Secretary may not accept an individual for services unless the results of the evaluation are that the individual:
(1) Has developmental disability; or
(2) Does not have developmental disability, but does meet the eligibility requirements for individual support services.
(c) (1) From among the individuals whose applications for services have been approved and who have been found eligible for services as a result of the required evaluation, the Secretary shall determine in accordance with the rules and regulations adopted under § 7-401(a)(2) and (3) of this subtitle the nature, extent, and timing of the services to be provided to individuals.
(2) In making a determination under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Secretary shall consider:
(i) The results of the required evaluation;
(ii) The needs of the individual; and
(iii) The needs of the family unit of the applicant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-404
What does Maryland Code § 7-404 cover?
Section 7-404 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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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