Massachusetts Governor Makes Budget Deal Protecting Bulk of DD Services

Governor Deval Patrick of Massachusetts, has shielded the bulk of DDS services and supports from an earlier anticipated reduction that would have cut services for thousands of people with developmental disabilities. Specific 9C DDS budget impacts were outlined. To implement the Governor's 9C decisions, the Legislature must still grant the Governor expanded 9C authority.

Special thank you to Gary Blumenthal for providing us with this information.