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42 U.S.C. 15041: PurposeText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 144-DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ASSISTANCE AND BILL OF RIGHTS
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§15041. Purpose

The purpose of this part is to provide for allotments to support a protection and advocacy system (referred to in this part as a “system”) in each State to protect the legal and human rights of individuals with developmental disabilities in accordance with this part.

( Pub. L. 106–402, title I, § 141 , Oct. 30, 2000 , 114 Stat. 1712 .)