1. (a) There is a Maryland Assistive Technology Program in the Department.

2. (b) The purpose of the Program is to:

   1. (1) increase access to assistive technology devices and assistive technology services for individuals with disabilities;
   2. (2) support the State's efforts to improve the provision of assistive technology to individuals with disabilities of all ages, including underrepresented populations, through comprehensive statewide programs of technology-related assistance;
   3. (3) ensure statewide access to assistive technology lending libraries that allow individuals with disabilities and those supporting individuals with disabilities to learn about, try, and borrow assistive technology devices through short-term loans; and
   4. (4) implement activities required by federal grants, including funding authorized under the federal 21st Century Assistive Technology Act.
3. (c) The Program shall provide access to or conduct assistive technology services that include any activity described in the federal 21st Century Assistive Technology Act.

Added by Acts 2025, c. 419, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2025; Acts 2025, c. 420, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2025.