HB2137 is a bill that amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 41-2022, relating to early intervention programs for infants and toddlers with or at risk of developmental delays. The bill requires the Department of Economic Security (DES) to provide families with information on the identified priorities, needs, and outcomes for the infant or toddler, including additional community resources that do not qualify for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part C. DES is also directed to develop a community resource guide that is available electronically, with print copies available by request, and to update the guide with new resources as necessary.

The bill outlines the contents of the community resource guide, which includes information on therapy services, technology services, and language acquisition resources. It also allows families with an infant or toddler identified with hearing impairment to engage an audiologist to provide professional and clinical information during the family service plan meeting. Agencies providing services must have an updated electronic copy of the guide available for families. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for parents to choose a natural environment for services and for families to request a different service coordinator for their early intervention services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-2022
House Engrossed Version: 41-2022
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-2022
Chaptered Version: 41-2022