The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 400, mandates the Department of Developmental Services to conduct a study on the definition of "intellectual disability." The study aims to evaluate whether the current statutory definition requires modifications and emphasizes the need to consider factors beyond just the intelligence quotient (IQ) in determining intellectual disability.

This initiative reflects a growing recognition that the traditional reliance on IQ as the sole measure of intellectual disability may not adequately capture the complexities of the condition. By exploring alternative methods for assessment, the bill seeks to ensure a more comprehensive understanding and definition of intellectual disability that aligns with contemporary perspectives in the field.