§451.5.  Provision of additional living options and developmental disabilities services and supports

A.  The office may provide developmental disabilities services directly pursuant to R.S. 28:451.3 or through written agreements with public or private providers meeting state and federal regulations.  Such written agreements may be with any person, organization, agency, or corporation that complies with the requirements of this Chapter, including but not limited to licensure regulations promulgated pursuant to this Chapter, and such other applicable regulations promulgated by the department.

B.  Developmental disabilities services shall be consistent with the principles in this Chapter in order to receive state or federal funds or both.

Acts 2005, No. 128, §1, eff. June 22, 2005.