HB 1251 - DIGEST

     Finds that local communities can best administer funding for community-based services to persons with developmental disabilities.

     Finds that county governments and associations for retarded citizens are the entities best qualified to administer these local funds and services.

     Declares an intent that all appropriations for community-based services shall be administered by either the local county government or local association of retarded citizens, under contract with the secretary.  Such contracts shall be executed pursuant to the provisions of RCW 71A.14.030 and 71A.14.040.