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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
(1) “ Department” means the state department of human services.
(2) “ Director” means the director of the department of human services.
(3) “ Fund” means the equipment loan fund for people with disabilities.
(4) “ Person with a disability” means any person who has a physical or mental impairment, whether congenital or resulting from trauma or disease, that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 40. Human Services § 40-14-1. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-40-human-services/ri-gen-laws-sect-40-14-1/
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