The State or Territory Council on Developmental Disabilities must be free to act. In this section you will become familiar with the independence and non-interference values that are supported within the Federal Legislation.

Administration for Children & Families: Administration on Developmental Disabilities

Subtitle B - Federal Assistance to State Councils on Developmental Disabilities

Section 124.State Plan 124( c ) (5) (K)(L)
Sec.106.State Control of Operations

• Independence of Councils In relationship to their Designated State Agency and the Governor’s Office - This article examines the Council's unique entities in the state government framework. Information is shared concerning the Council's relationship to State Governors.
  
  Note: The information contained in this article is the opinion of the author and does not reflect the policies or position of the Administration on Developmental Disabilities and the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities.
  

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