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§ 41-2021 Definitions

AZ Rev Stat § 41-2021 (2019) (N/A)
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41-2021. Definitions

In this article, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. " Early intervention programs and services" means developmental services that are provided under public supervision at no cost, except if federal or state law provides for a system of payments by families, and that are designed to meet one or more of an infant's or toddler's developmental needs.

2. " Infants and toddlers" means children from birth to thirty-six months of age who need early intervention programs and services because they have either of the following:

(a) A developmental need as evidenced by experiencing developmental delays, as measured by appropriate diagnostic instruments and procedures, in one or more of the following areas:

(i) Cognitive development.

(ii) Physical development.

(iii) Language and speech development.

(iv) Psychosocial development.

(v) Self-help skills.

(b) A diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delays.

3. " Interagency coordinating council for infants and toddlers" means the council established by order of the governor in accordance with federal law.

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