Protesters Rally Against DD Budget Cuts
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Parents and advocates rally against proposed budget cuts to Marylands Developmental Disabilities Administration, particularly the Self-Direction program. This initiative allows individuals with disabilities to choose their caregivers and shape their daily support. However, rising costs have led to a planned nine-dollar-per-hour wage drop for family caregivers. Families fear this could make hiring outside help impossible, threatening the lives of those with complex medical needs who rely on round-the-clock care. Lawmakers argue that rapid growth risks federal funding rules, so theyre tying wages to labor standards, offering tax breaks, and redirecting funds to protect high-need cases. As House budget talks begin, both sides strive for a balance between essential home care and sustainable spending.
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