DAR File No. 43894
This notice was published in the August 1, 2019, issue (Vol. 2019, No. 15) of the Utah State Bulletin.
Human Services, Services for People with Disabilities
Rule R539-5
Self-Administered Services
Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation
DAR File No.: 43894
Filed: 07/15/2019 01:51:08 PM
NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION
Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:
Subsection 62A-5-102(2) states that "the division has the responsibility to plan and deliver an appropriate array of services and supports to persons with disabilities and their families within this state." Subsection 62A-5-103(2) states that the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (Division) has the authority and responsibility to: administer an array of services and supports for persons with disabilities, to supervise those programs, and establish standards and rules for the administration and operation of those programs. Rule R539-5 governs the Division's Self-Administered Services Program. This Program offers a unique array of services in a unique setting, often within the home of the person with disabilities, and is a great alternative for many people with disabilities. As the Division is tasked with administering an array of services and supports, it has become necessary to put into rule the guidelines, allowances, and limitations upon the Self-Administered Services Program.
Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:
The Division has received no written comments either in support or opposition to this rule.
Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:
Self-Administered Services plays a key role in the Division's ability to provide services to people with disabilities in this state. It has an especially profound impact on the ability for people who live in rural areas to receive services. This rule needs to remain in place to continue to set guidelines and standards for this service delivery program, and to keep people with disabilities safe. Therefore, this rule should be continued.
The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Office of Administrative Rules, or at:
Human ServicesServices for People with Disabilities
195 N 1950 W 3RD FLR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84116
Direct questions regarding this rule to:
- Amy Huppi at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4154, by FAX at , or by Internet E-mail at amyhuppi@utah.gov
Effective:
07/15/2019
Authorized by:
Angella Pinna, Director
Additional Information
More information about a Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation is available online.
The Portable Document Format (PDF) version of the Bulletin is the official version. The PDF version of this issue is available at https://rules.utah.gov/publicat/bull_pdf/2019/b20190801.pdf. The HTML edition of the Bulletin is a convenience copy. Any discrepancy between the PDF version and HTML version is resolved in favor of the PDF version.
For questions regarding the content or application of this rule, please contact Amy Huppi at the above address, by phone at 801-538-4154, by FAX at , or by Internet E-mail at amyhuppi@utah.gov. For questions about the rulemaking process, please contact the Office of Administrative Rules.