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Lanterman Act and Related Laws

California Laws Current as of January, 2008

Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act
Searchable and printable sections of the California Welfare and Institution Code cited as the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and related statutes which define the rights of persons with developmental disabilities and establishes how these services will be delivered.
California Early Intervention Services Act
Searchable and printable sections of the California Government Code cited as the California Early Intervention Services Act.

A Consumer's Guide to the Lanterman Act
A booklet for adults with developmental disabilities.

Impact of Legislation on Programs and Services
Legislative summaries prepared to identify statutory changes that occurred in each legislative session from 1997 through 2007.

 
 
Last Updated: 6/4/2008