unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns,
abilities and capabilities of each individual.
(12) The purpose of this act is to reflect the United
States Supreme Court decision of Olmstead v. L.C., 119 S.Ct.
2176 (1999) (No.98-536 U.S. 1999) and the integration
mandates of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
(P.L.101-336, 104 Stat. 347) and the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 (P.L.93-112, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.).
(13) It is the policy of the General Assembly that all
programs, projects and activities operating in this
Commonwealth be carried out in a manner consistent with the
following principles:
(i) Individuals with intellectual disabilities or
autism are capable of pursuing independence, productivity
and integration and inclusion into the community and
often require the provision of services, supports and
other assistance to achieve independence, productivity
and integration and inclusion.
(ii) Individuals with intellectual disabilities or
autism have competencies, capabilities and personal goals
which shall be recognized, supported and encouraged, and
any assistance to the individuals shall be provided in an
individualized manner consistent with the unique
strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities and
capabilities of the individuals.
(iii) Individuals with intellectual disabilities or
autism and, if chosen by the individual, their families
or legal guardians are instrumental decision makers
regarding the services and supports the individuals
receive and inform policies and programs which affect the
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