State Grants for Assistive Technology Program

State Plan for Assistive Technology

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Instructions

Section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended (AT Act) establishes formula 

grants to states to support comprehensive statewide programs (Statewide AT Programs) that 

conduct activities that improve access to and acquisition of AT devices and services for 

individuals with disabilities across the lifespan and across a wide array of disabilities, and their 

family members, guardians, advocates, and authorized representatives. 

Section 4(d)(1) of the AT Act requires that state formula grantees submit an application to the 

Administration for Community Living (ACL) to receive a grant. ACL calls the application a 

State Plan for Assistive Technology (State Plan for AT or State Plan). This document provides 

the instructions for completing the State Plan that covers the activities of Statewide AT 

Programs for Federal fiscal years 2021 (October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021), 2022

(October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022), and 2023 (October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023).

The State Plan for AT must be developed, prepared, and submitted with the advice of the state’s 

Advisory Council by the Lead Agency designated by the Governor to carry out the Statewide 

AT Program. If an Implementing Entity carries out the Statewide AT Program rather than the 

Lead Agency, the State Plan for AT can be jointly developed and prepared by the Lead Agency 

and Implementing Entity with the advice of the state’s Advisory Council, though the State Plan 

must be submitted by the Lead Agency. A Certifying Representative for the Lead Agency will

sign the plan electronically. 

The State Plan describes how the state will conduct its Statewide AT Program during the three 

year period covered by the plan. The plan is reviewed by ACL to ensure that it conforms to the 

instructions in this document and the requirements of the AT Act. ACL may work with the 

state to adjust the State Plan in order to make the plan approvable. 

If ACL determines that the State Plan for AT is not approvable, ACL will attempt to resolve the 

disputed issues after providing the appropriate technical assistance to the state. If no resolution 

has been reached after reasonable efforts, ACL will provide an opportunity for a hearing in 

accordance with 34 CFR Part 76.202 before the State Plan for AT is disapproved.

The State Plan for AT must be amended during the three-year period of the plan in the case of a 

material change in state law, organization, policy or agency operations affecting the 

information, assurances, or administration of the plan or any other significant change that ACL 

determines would require an amendment. Certain sections of the State Plan must be updated 

annually and those are noted in the instructions. Other sections must be changed or update as 

needed to ensure the information contained in it accurately reflects the state’s activities. States 

should note that the content of the State Plan directly correlates to requirements for reporting 

annual data to ACL. The instructions contain frequent reminders that “. . . you are required to 

provide annual progress report (APR) data for any activity claimed in this State Plan.” This is a 

reference to the annual data submitted in the Annual Progress Report (APR) for State Assistive 

Technology Programs. For State-level Activities (as explained below), the APR provides the 

performance measure data referenced in Section H of the State Plan. 
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When ACL reviews a State Assistive Technology Program’s Annual Progress Report, it will 

use the most recent version of the State Assistive Technology Program’s State Plan for AT as a 

reference. Therefore, grantees must review their State Plan at least annually. Sections A and B 

of the State Plan must be updated annually. Section A is basic demographic data that must be 

kept current to ensure effective communications. Section B includes data elements that apply 

to a new fiscal year in each State Plan and must be updated annually. All other Sections can be 

updated as needed within the three year State Plan cycle. 

Paper submissions of the State Plan for AT is neither required nor accepted. States will submit 

plans using the National Assistive Technology Act Data System (NATADS), 

https://www.state572data.net/ ). Only individuals with user identification (ID) and passwords 

can enter data into NATADS. User IDs and passwords are issued by the NATADS 

administrator. 

 

The State Plan is completed by entering information into text boxes, making selections from 

drop-down menus, and use of “check boxes.” The format cannot account for every variable in

how states conduct their programs. Therefore, a state should select its answers based on the 

responses that are the most accurate and best describe how the Statewide AT Program operates, 

even if the description is not exact. In almost all cases, there is an opportunity to clarify using 

an open-ended text box. A state need not provide information related to activities it does not 

conduct, but must respond to every item for activities it does conduct.

The instructions in this document reference the screens presented in the NATADS. The 

NATADS does not contain extensive instructions, so states will need this document when 

completing the State Plan online. 

For assistance with completing a plan, contact Robert Groenendaal at (202) 795-7356 or 

Robert.Groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov. For technical support on use of the NATADS, contact 

Vance Dhooge at Vance.Dhooge@iltech.org. 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program 

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Table of Contents

A. Identification and Description of Lead Agency and Implementing Entity; and Change in 

Lead Agency or Implementing Entity

Screen 1: Identification/Description of Lead Agency and Implementing Entity

Screen 2: Change in Lead Agency or Implementing Entity

B. Advisory Council, Budget Allocations and Actual Expenditures, and Identification of 

Activities Conducted

Screen 3: Advisory Council

Screen 4: Actual Expenditures and Budgeted Allocations

Screen 5: Activities Conducted

C. State Financing Activities

Screen 6: Financial Loan Program

Screen 7: Other State Financing Activities Directly Provide AT

Screen 8: Other State Financing Activities Create AT Savings

D. Device Reutilization Activities

Screen 9: Device Exchange 

Screen 10: Device Refurbish and Reassignment and/or Open-ended Loan

E. Device Short-term Loan Activity

Screen 11: Short-term Device Loan

F. Device Demonstration Activity

Screen 12: Device Demonstration

G. State Leadership Activities

Screen 13: Training 

Screen 14: Technical Assistance 

Screen 15: Public Awareness 

Screen 16: Information and Assistance 

H. Assurances and Measurable Goals 

Screen 17: Assurances
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section A. Identification and Description of 

Lead Agency and Implementing Entity; 

Change in Lead Agency or Implementing 

Entity

Section 4(d)(2) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan contain information identifying and 

describing the Lead Agency and Implementing Entity (if applicable) designated by the state’s 

governor. A state either has a Lead Agency alone or has both a Lead Agency and an 

Implementing Entity. The Implementing Entity is a subcontractor separate from the Lead 

Agency who is responsible for implementing the State AT Program activities. The Lead 

Agency does not also name itself or a unit within the agency as the Implementing Entity.

If there is an Implementing Entity, section 4(d)(4)(B) requires that the State Plan include a 

description of the mechanisms established to ensure coordination of activities and collaboration 

between the Implementing Entity and the Lead Agency. If the governor chooses to re-designate 

the Lead Agency or Implementing Entity, section 4(c)(1)(C) requires that good cause for this 

change be shown in the State Plan, including why that previously designated agency or entity 

no longer should serve. If the Lead Agency or Implementing Entity is changing, the 

information provided in this State Plan should pertain to how the new agency or entity will 

conduct the Statewide AT Program. The following items are intended to satisfy the 

requirements just described. 

Screen 1: Identification & Description of Lead Agency and 

Implementing Entity

Statewide AT Program (Information to be listed in national State AT Program Directory)

1. State Program Title

2. State AT Program URL (home page for State AT Program)

3. Mailing address 5. State

4. City 6. Zip code

7. Main email address (for general public to use to contact State AT Program) 

8. Main phone number (for general public to use to contact State AT Program)

9. Separate TTY number (for general public to use to contact State AT Program)

Lead Agency

10. Agency name
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11. Mailing address 13. State

12. City 14. Zip code

15. Lead Agency URL

Implementing Entity

16. Does your Lead Agency contract with an Implementing Entity to carry out the Statewide AT Program 

on its behalf? Yes No If yes, complete Items 17–22. 

17. Name of Implementing Entity

18. Mailing address 20. State

19. City 21. Zip code

22. Implementing Entity URL

Program director and other contacts

23. Program Director for State AT Program (last, first)

24. Title

25. Phone

26. E-mail

27. Primary Contact at the Lead Agency (last, first)

28. Title

29. Phone

30. E-mail

31. Primary Contact at Implementing Entity (last, first) – If applicable

32. Title

33. Phone

34. E-mail

Person Responsible for completing this form if other than State AT Program Director

34. Name (last, first)

35. Title

36. Phone

37. E-mail

Certifying Representative

38. Name (last, first)

39. Title

40. Phone

41. E-mail

Screen 2: Change in Lead Agency or Implementing Entity 

1. Describe the mechanisms established to ensure coordination of activities and 

collaboration between the Implementing Entity and the state. [Text box - required if 16 is 

checked yes]

Instructions: According to section 4(c)(1)(B) of the AT Act of 1998, as amended, the 

Implementing Entity must carry out its responsibilities through a subcontract or other 

administrative agreement with the Lead Agency. The description should identify the 

mechanism used and how the Lead Agency provides oversight and holds the Implementing 

Entity accountable for appropriate implementation of the Statewide AT Program.
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2. Is the Lead Agency named in this State Plan a new or different Lead Agency from the 

one designated by the Governor in your previous State Plan? [Drop-down menu - required]

Instructions: The drop-down menu allows you to select “yes” or “no.” The “previous 

state plan” was the plan under which the Statewide AT Program operated from October 1, 

2015 until the submission of this State Plan. If a change in Lead Agency already has been 

approved by ACL under the previous State Plan, the state can select “no.” If you select 

“no,” and you use an Implementing Entity, move on to Question 46 about changing

Implementing Entities. 

If you answered no to this question, and you do not use an Implementing Entity, you 

may skip ahead to the next section. Otherwise, you must answer the following 

questions.

3. Explain why the Lead Agency previously designated by the Governor should not serve 

as the Lead Agency. [Text box-required if Question 2 above is yes]

Instructions: Describe all factors that led the state to consider changing from the previous 

Lead Agency or Implementing Entity, such as concerns about performance, state policies 

that require periodic competition for contracts, or restructuring of state government.

4. Explain why the Lead Agency newly designated by the Governor should serve as the 

Lead Agency. [Text box-required if Question 2 above is yes]

Instructions: Describe how and why the new Lead Agency was chosen to implement the 

Statewide AT Program and justify the appropriateness of the choice.

5. Is the Implementing Entity named in this State Plan a new or different Implementing 

Entity from the one designated by the Governor in the previous State Plan? [Drop-down 

menu-required if Screen1: Line16 is yes]

Instructions: The drop-down box above allows you to select “yes,” “no” or “not 

applicable.” The “previous state plan” was the plan under which the Statewide AT 

Program operated from October 1, 2015 until the submission of this State Plan. If a 

change in Implementing Entity already has been approved by ACL under the previous 

State Plan, the state can select “no.” 

If you answered no to this question, you may skip ahead to the next section. 

Otherwise, you must respond to Items 6 and 7 below. 

6. Explain why the Implementing Entity previously designated by the Governor should not 

serve as the Implementing Entity. [Text box-required if Question 5 above is yes]

Instructions: Follow the same instructions for Item 3 above.

7. Explain why the Implementing Entity newly designated by the Governor should serve 

as the Implementing Entity. [Text box-required if Question 5 above is yes]

Instructions: Follow the same instructions for Item 4 above.
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section B: Advisory Council, Budget 

Allocations and Actual Expenditures, and 

Identification of Activities Conducted

Section 4(c)(2) of the AT Act requires the Statewide AT Program to establish a consumermajority advisory council that provides consumer-responsive, consumer-driven advice to the 

state for planning of, implementation of, and evaluation of the activities carried out through the 

grant, including setting measurable goals. Exceptions to these requirements are allowed under 

section 4(c)(2)(E) if the requirements will affect existing state statutes, rules, or official policies 

relating to advisory bodies or require changes to existing governing bodies of incorporated 

agencies. The following items provide assurances related to and identify compliance with the 

requirements of section 4(c)(2).

Screen 3: Advisory Council

1. In accordance with section 4(c)(2) of the AT Act of 1998, as amended our state has a 

consumer-majority advisory council that provides consumer-responsive, consumerdriven advice to the state for planning of, implementation of, and evaluation of the 

activities carried out through the grant, including setting measurable goals. This 

advisory council is geographically representative of the State and reflects the diversity 

of the State with respect to race, ethnicity, and types of disabilities across the age 

span, and users of types of services that an individual with a disability may receive. 

[Drop-down yes/no menu]

Instructions: You must read and verify the statement by selecting “yes” or “no” from the 

drop-down menu (though N/A is available on the dropdown list, it cannot be selected). This 

statement assures that the advisory council is representative of the state in terms of 

geography and diversity and meets the purposes and performs the functions required under 

the AT Act. The official submission of the State Plan in the NATADS attests to this 

statement and the following statements being true as of the date of submission of the State 

Plan for AT.

2. The advisory council includes a representative of the designated State agency, as 

defined in section 7 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 705). [Drop-down 

yes/no/NA menu]

3. The advisory council includes a representative of the State agency for individuals who 

are blind (within the meaning of section 101 of that Act (29 U.S.C. 721)). [Drop-down 

yes/no/NA menu]
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4. The advisory council includes a representative of a State center for independent living 

described in part C of title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 796f et 

seq.). [Drop-down yes/no/NA menu]

5. The advisory council includes a representative of the State workforce development 

board established under section 101 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity 

Act). [Drop-down yes/no/NA menu]

6. The advisory council includes a representative of the State educational agency, as 

defined in section 9101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 as 

reauthorized. [Drop-down yes/no/NA menu]

Instructions: For items 2-6 above, verify that the advisory council has each of the members 

listed by selecting “yes” or “no” or “not applicable” from the drop-down menus. In order to 

select “yes,” you must have an official representative of the applicable agency on record as 

named and appointed to the council at the time of submitting this plan. In order to select 

“not applicable,” you must either not have a separate agency for individuals who are blind 

or not be required to have a member because existing statutes, rules or policies related to 

advisory bodies or governing bodies of Statewide AT Programs would be affected.

7. The advisory council includes other representatives (list below). [Text box]

Instructions: Many advisory councils include agency or other organization representatives 

beyond those required under the AT Act. In the text box, identify those members and the 

entities they represent here, though you need not provide personal names. Do not list 

consumer representatives here.

8. The advisory council includes a majority of individuals with disabilities that use 

assistive technology or their family members or guardians: 

A. Enter the number of individuals with disabilities that use AT or their family 

members or guardians on the advisory council

B. Enter the total number of individuals on the advisory council

C. Percentage A/B

Error message if ratio is less than 51% with note that item 9 must provide explanation of why 

advisory council does not include a consumer majority.

Instructions: Section 4(c)(2)(B)(ii) of the AT Act requires that a majority, not less than 51 

percent, of the members of the advisory council be individuals with disabilities that use 

assistive technology or their family members or guardians. Enter the number of these 

individuals that are current members of your council. In order to include an individual, he 

or she must be on record as named and appointed to the council at the time of submitting 

this plan. This total cannot include agency representatives from the previous lists.

9. If the Statewide AT Program does not have the composition and representation 

required under section 4(c)(2)(B), explain here. [Text box]

Instructions: Provide the reasons that the Statewide AT Program does not have 

representatives of the required agencies or does not have a consumer-majority on the 

advisory council and where the Statewide AT Program is in the process of filling vacant 
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positions and otherwise taking actions to become in compliance. If the composition of the 

advisory council is different from the requirements of 4(c)(2)(B) because existing statutes, 

rules or policies related to advisory bodies or governing bodies of Statewide AT Programs 

would be affected, explain here. Statewide AT Programs do not need to explain if “not 

applicable” is selected because the state does not have a separate agency for individuals 

who are blind.

Screen 4: Actual Expenditures and Budgeted Allocations

1. Actual Expenditures Carryover Year Close-out (annual update required-table reset) 

In the following table provide the actual expenditure data for the closed-out carryover 

fiscal year AT grant award (liquidated the previous December 31). Please note, this data is 

for a specific year AT Act grant award amount, NOT any specific 12 month period of time 

as funds from a grant award can be obligated over a 24 month period. (For a State Plan 

submitted in the spring of 2018, the most recent closed-out carryover year grant award will 

be the FY16 grant award that began 10/1/2015 with the first year ending on 9/30/2016 and 

the second carryover year ending on 9/30/2017 with 3 month liquidation period ending 

12/31/2017). 

Actual Expenditures for 

Closed-out Carryover Year Award Final Expenditures

Percentage

A. All State Level Activities $ A/E calculate

B. All State Leadership Activities $

B/E calculate –less 

than 40/30% required

C. Transition Training & Technical 

Assistance $

C/B calculate -

at least 5% required

D. Total Expenditures $ D/E calculate

E. Total Award $ 100%

F. Lapsed Amount $ [E-D] calculate F/E calculate 

Note: The final expenditure amount on line D must equal the amount drawn down in the ACL 

Payment Management System. 

Instructions: Section 4(e)(3)(A) of the AT Act requires States to use not more than 40% of 

an annual award to carry out state leadership activities if the state does not use flexibility. 

If a state does claim flexibility in their approved State Plan, Section 4(e)(6)(B)(ii) of the 

AT Act requires the State to use not more than 30% of an annual award to carry out state 

leadership activities. (See next paragraph for definition of flexibility). In both cases, 

Section 4(e)(3)(A) of the AT Act requires all States to use at least 5% of the state 

leadership funds for transition training or technical assistance activities. 

Section 4(e)(6) of the AT Act allows a state to carry out any two or more of the required 

state-level activities, meaning a state can choose not to conduct up to two activities. If the 

state has claimed flexibility for a state level activity in a given fiscal year, the state does

not report data for that activity during that fiscal year and the grant award for that fiscal 

year would be subject to a maximum 30% of total expenditures for state leadership 

activities. 
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States must have a mechanism in place to accurately track all AT Act expenditures by 

grant award FY and by the state level and state leadership categories. Most direct 

expenditures like salaries and benefits, contractual expenses, etc. will be clearly 

attributable to a state level or state leadership activity. For example, expenditures for 

purchasing equipment for a device loan program will be state level expenses while staff 

salaries and travel expenses to deliver training will be state leadership. A helpful way of 

determining state level or state leadership will be to identify where the data reported in the 

annual progress report for an expenditure activity will be reported. Since most all 

activities should have associated data reported, if the data is state level (state financing, 

reuse, device loan or device demonstration) then the activity and associated expenditure is 

state level. Most staff salaries and benefits can be assigned in total or in portions to state 

level or state leadership depending on staff job responsibilities and any time and effort logs 

they are required to keep for federal reporting purposes. 

For very generic administrative and operational expenditures, like paper or similar general 

office supplies, an arbitrary ratio allocation can be used such as a 50/50 split. These very 

generic expenditures should not be a large portion of the total fiscal year AT Act expenses 

especially if an indirect rate is used to cover overhead costs. The same arbitrary ratio 

allocation can be applied to any indirect costs claimed. 

2. Actual YTD Expenditures and Budgeted Allocations for Immediate Preceding 

Year Award (annual update required-table reset) 

In the following table provide year-to-date (YTD) obligated and liquidated expenditure 

data for the immediate preceding fiscal year AT grant award along with planned budget 

allocations for the unobligated remainder of that award. Please note, this data is for a 

specific year AT Act grant award amount, NOT any specific 12 month period of time as 

funds from a grant award can be obligated over a 24 month period. (For a State Plan 

submitted in the spring of 2018, the immediate preceding fiscal year award will be the 

FY17 grant award that began 10/1/2016 with the first year ending 9/30/2017 and the 

second carryover year ending 9/30/18). 

Actual & Planned 

Immediate Preceding

Year Award

Expenditures

YTD Obligated 

not Liquidated

Expenditures

YTD 

Liquidated

Expenditures

Planned not

yet Obligated

Expenditures

Total 

All State Level 

Activities $ $ $ $

All State Leadership 

Activities $ $ $ $

Transition Training & 

Technical Assistance $ $ $ $

Total $ $ $

Must equal 

total award

Screen 5: Activities Conducted

1. State Level Activities Conducted and Program Structure
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Using the table below, identify all types of state level activities that will be conducted by 

the Statewide AT Program, who is conducting the activity, from where it is conducted and 

if a fee is charged. Please remember that annual progress report data is required for any 

activity identified as conducted in this State Plan. 

Instructions: Check “yes” or “no” to indicate each of the activities conducted in the table 

below. 

AT Act State Level 

Activities

Activity 

Conducted?

Who conducts? Where conducted? Fee 

State Other Both Central Regional Both Charged

State FinancingFinancial Loan Yes/No

State Financing-Other 

that Directly Provides 

AT 

Yes/No

State Financing-Other 

that Creates Savings 

for AT

Yes/No

Reuse-Device 

Exchange Yes/No

Reuse-Device Open 

Ended Loan or 

Reassignment 

Yes/No

Device short-term loan Yes/No

Device demonstration Yes/No

For each activity conducted, select the one option that best describes who conducts each 

state level activity from the choices of:

 The Statewide AT Program (State AT)

 Other entities e.g. contractors (Others) 

 Both the Statewide AT Program and other entities/contractors (Both)

Use the following guidance to select the choice that best or most closely describes who 

conducts each activity. 

Lead Agencies/Implementing Entities implement their activities in many ways. Some 

implement their activities directly using their own staff and resources, others use 

subcontractors, and others use combinations of both. Remember, the Implementing Entity 

is considered the Statewide AT Program, not an “other entity.” Indicate how your 

program conducts this activity using the following rules: 

Select “yes” for “The Statewide AT Program” and do not select “Other entities” if this 

activity is carried out exclusively by employees of the Lead Agency/Implementing Entity 

working directly with consumers using Lead Agency/Implementing Entity facilities and 

resources. Regional sites that are staffed by employees of the Lead Agency/Implementing 

Entity are considered part of the Statewide AT Program. 

Select “yes” for BOTH “The Statewide AT Program” and “Other entities” if the Lead 

Agency/Implementing Entity carries out the activity using its employees and facilities to 
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work directly with consumers and ALSO uses some subcontracts or other agreements with 

external organizations whose own employees, facilities, and resources are used to work 

directly with consumers. 

Select ONLY “Other entities” if the Lead Agency/Implementing Entity does not work 

directly with consumers using Lead Agency/Implementing Entity facilities and resources 

and instead uses external organizations only. 

For each activity conducted, select the one option that best describes from where each

activity is conducted from the choices of: 

 One central location (Central)

 Regional sites (Regional)

 A combination of a central location and regional sites (Combination)

Use the following guidance to select the choice that best or most closely describe the 

location from which each activity is conducted. 

One central location – Select this if the Statewide AT Program conducts this activity from 

a single site that houses all employees and resources engaged in the activity. It may be the 

case that employees or resources travel from this site to other places, but they are based at 

a single site, and the other places are not established/permanent sites. Sites that simply 

serve as referral sources or provide minimal assistance to a central location are not 

considered regional sites. Remember that this is tied to the activity itself, so two different 

activities could take place at two different central locations. Also, if in previous items it 

was indicated that subcontractors are used, it does not automatically mean that regional 

sites are used. For example, your Statewide AT Program may have a building on a 

university campus that houses the staff and devices for a device loan program. The 

university campus is the central location for that program. The Statewide AT Program 

also may contract with a CBO in another part of the state to operate an AFP as your state 

financing activity. If the employees and resources for operating the AFP are housed at the 

CBO, the CBO is considered the central location for state financing and not a regional site. 

Regional sites – Select this only if the activity is conducted from at least two sites that 

operate relatively independently without any of them being considered the main site or 

headquarters (if one of them is considered the headquarters, choose a combination of 

central location and regional sites instead). Regional sites can be directly managed by the 

Lead Agency/Implementing Entity or can be subcontractors. For example, the Lead 

Agency may employ three part-time staff people at three different one-stop centers in the 

state. Those one-stop centers have their own small inventory of devices purchased by the 

Lead Agency and the part-time staff uses those devices to provide device demonstrations 

on a regular basis. These could be considered regional sites. Sites that simply serve as 

referral sources or provide minimal assistance to a central location are not considered 

regional sites. For example, if all of the devices for the Statewide AT Program loan 

program are located at a central site along with those responsible for operating the 

program, but independent living centers provide referrals and the Statewide AT Program

sends devices to those centers for pick-up by consumers, the independent living centers are 

not considered regional sites. 
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A combination of central location and regional sites – Select this only if you have a site

that is considered the main site or headquarters that houses the majority of employees and 

resources and regional sites that also have their own employees and resources. For 

example, if the majority of the devices for your loan program are located in a central 

inventory along with those responsible for operating the loan program, but independent 

living centers under subcontract house their own, smaller inventories and have staff 

assigned to do loans, you would have both a central location and regional sites. 

For each activity you conduct, identify if a fee is charged. Many programs support their 

activities by charging some kind of fee. Fees can be a set amount for participation in the 

activity, a prescribed amount charged for each service, set amount charged for services 

provided within a set time period like an annual fee, or fees can be variable based on a 

number of factors such as a participant/recipient’s ability to pay, the type of 

participant/recipient (individual with a disability, professional, or organization) or by the 

complexity of the devices/services provided. If any type of fee is charged check “yes” and 

in the description of that activity in later sections describe the fee structure used in the 

simplest terms possible. 

2. Comparability and Flexibility 

For any of the four State Level Activities that are not conducted, the Statewide AT 

Program must claim comparability or flexibility in the table below. The table below 

automatically identifies those activities the state is conducting in the previous table and 

requires a selection of flexibility or comparability for those the Statewide AT Program is

not conducting. 

Comparability & Flexibility Yes/No State Level 

Activities

Not Performed Claiming -

-

Financial Loan

State Financing Comparability/Flexibility

(required if all 3 are No)

Other State Financing that 

Directly Provides AT 

Other State Financing that 

Creates Savings for AT

Device Exchange 

Reuse Comparability/Flexibility

(required if both are No) Device Reassignment or 

Open Ended Loan 

Device short-term loan Short-term Loan Comparability/Flexibility

Device demonstration Demonstration Comparability/Flexibility

Flexibility - Section 4(e)(6) of the AT Act allows a state to carry out any two or more of 

the required state-level activities, meaning a state can choose not to conduct up to two 

activities. If the state claims flexibility in a given fiscal year, do not report data for that 

activity during that fiscal year and the grant award for that fiscal year will be subject to a 

maximum 30% of total expenditures for state leadership activities. 

Comparability - Section 4 (e)(1)(B) of the AT Act provides that a state shall not be 

required to carry out a required state-level activity if the amount of financial support 

provided from the state or other nonfederal resources or entities for that activity is 
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comparable or greater than the amount that the state would have expended for the activity. 

When a Statewide AT Program claims comparability; the state will not report data for any 

state-level activities for which the state claimed comparability. 

For any activity for which the Statewide AT Program is claiming comparability, describe 

the comparable activity and comparable financial support. In the text box, explain in the 

simplest terms possible what the comparable activity is, who conducts the activity, who 

supports the activity, and what makes it comparable both in terms of resources supporting 

the activity and how the activity is related to the purposes of the AT Act. 
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Multiple Activity Item Instructions

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. For the 

purposes of the following portions of the State Plan, there is no distinction between a Lead 

Agency or Implementing Entity in terms of implementation. If an Implementing Entity is used, 

the State Plan reports on how that entity is implementing the Act.

Section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. 

Sections C-G of this State Plan contains items intended to meet these requirements for each AT 

Act authorized activity. While Sections do request unique information about specific activities, 

each begins with the same request for information regarding collaboration. Use the instructions 

below as a reference for this question throughout the State Plan, as the instructions will not be 

repeated in each section.

If this activity is conducted through a formal written agreement, by providing financial 

support to other entities or by receiving financial support from other entities please 

identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities

Other (text box to describe)

Instructions: Identify all types of formal/written agreements and financial support provided and 

received for this activity by selecting “yes” as appropriate for each type of entity identified. Do 

not confuse these options with the use of an Implementing Entity (for purpose of these 

questions, the Implementing Entity is the Statewide AT Program). 

Have written agreement with this entity - Select this column “yes” if the Statewide AT 

Program has a formal agreement of some sort with an entity to conduct all or part of a 

state level or state leadership activity. If an entity is providing the State AT Program 

with data for activities they are conducting and that data is reported in the Annual 
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Progress Report, the Statewide AT Program should have an agreement with that entity

and should report it in this column. The Statewide AT Program should also have a 

written agreement with a funding source for an activity and similarly would have such 

agreement with an entity to whom the Statewide AT Program is providing funding for 

an activity. Both of these would be reported in this column and one of the two other 

columns asking about direct financial support. It is possible to have a formal agreement 

with an entity to support conducting an activity without associated direct financial 

support provided (e.g. The Statewide AT Program provides a device demonstration 

provider with all the AT devices for their inventory instead of direct dollars). In-kind 

support with a written agreement will be reported in this category. It is likely that if one 

of the financial support columns is checked “yes” that this column would also be 

checked “yes”. However, this column could be checked “yes” without the associated 

direct financial support (only in-kind or non-monetary). If no formal, written agreement 

is in place this column should NOT be checked. 

Provide financial support to this entity- Select this category “yes” if the Statewide AT 

Program provides dollars directly to an entity to conduct all or part of a state level or 

state leadership activity. This entity will be providing the State AT Program with data 

to submit for the activity in the Annual Progress Report. In-kind support is NOT 

included here. 

Receive financial support from this entity- Select this category “yes” if the Statewide 

AT Program receives dollars directly from an entity to conduct all or part of a state level 

or state leadership activity. Details of this financial support will be reported in the 

Leveraged Funding section of the Annual Progress Report. In-kind support is NOT 

included here.

Select all organization types that apply for each column. 

Banks/financial institution – Self-explanatory, typically only used with financial loan 

programs. 

Independent Living Center – Entity identified in the state as a recognized Independent 

Living Centers funded with federal and/or state independent living funding. 

Easter Seals – Entity recognized as an affiliate of the Easter Seals organization. 

Disability/AT Organizations – Any entity that primarily serves individuals with 

disabilities or provides AT services that is not more definitively identified in another 

category. 

Federal Entities/Agencies – Any public federal entity (usually reported as an agency 

providing funding) such as Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services 

Administration or Administration on Community Living, National Institute on 

Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research, etc. 
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State Entities/Agencies – Any public state entity such as Vocational Rehabilitation, State 

Medicaid Agencies, Special Education, State Colleges and Universities, etc. 

Local/Community Entities – Any public local or community entities, such as local 

school districts, city government, county election offices, etc.

Private Entities – Private entities of any type, non-profits, foundations, etc. at any level, 

national, state, or local. 

Other – This category should only be used when the entity cannot reasonably be 

categorized in any of the previous categories provided. (Should be used rarely and a 

description must be provided.) 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section C: State Financing Activities

The AT Act describes state financing activities as activities that increase:

“access to, and funding for, assistive technology devices and assistive technology services 

(which shall not include direct payment for such a device or service for an individual with a 

disability but may include support and administration of a program to provide such payment), 

including development of systems to provide and pay for such devices and services, for targeted 

individuals and entities described in section 3(16)(A), including—

(i) support for the development of systems for the purchase, lease, or other acquisition of, or 

payment for, assistive technology devices and assistive technology services; or

(ii) support for the development of State-financed or privately financed alternative financing 

systems of subsidies (which may include conducting an initial 1-year feasibility study of, 

improving, administering, operating, providing capital for, or collaborating with an entity with 

respect to, such a system) for the provision of assistive technology devices, such as—

(I) a low-interest loan fund;

(II) an interest buy-down program;

(III) a revolving loan fund;

(IV) a loan guarantee or insurance program;

(V) a program providing for the purchase, lease, or other acquisition of assistive technology 

devices or assistive technology services; or

(VI) another mechanism that is approved by the Secretary.”

For the purposes of this State Plan, state financing activities include financial loan programs, 

programs that directly provide AT such as home modification programs, telecommunications 

distribution programs, and last resort funds, and programs that create savings for AT acquisition 

such as cooperative buying programs and AT leasing programs. Each of these activities is 

defined in the corresponding section of this State Plan.

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are intended to meet these requirements for State 
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Financing Activities. Respond only to the items that correspond with the State Financing 

Activities selected in Section B of this Plan. 

Screen 6: Financial Loan Program -

A financial loan program provides financial loans for purchase of AT devices and services. A 

financial loan program may make loans directly (revolving loans) or may make partnership 

loans using dollars from another source, usually a financial institution.

1. If you conduct this activity through a formal written agreement, by providing financial 

support to other entities or by receiving financial support from other entities please 

identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. This activity offers the following types of assistance (select all that apply). 

 Revolving loans

 Loan guarantees 

 Interest buy-downs

 Combined loan guarantee and interest buy-down

Instructions: Identify all types of loans the Statewide AT Program offers, regardless of 

whether any loans of that type are currently outstanding. The types of loan products are 

defined as follows:

Revolving loan: A loan that uses Statewide AT Program funds for loans. The AT 

program directly provides the funds that are to be loaned out and retains full control over 

to whom and at what terms the funds are loaned. As loans are repaid, the money is lent out 

again to other AT consumers — that is, the same money “revolves” out to other borrowers 

as earlier borrowers return it to the program.

Loan guarantee or insurance program: The grantee uses its funds to guarantee all or a 

portion of loans for AT. A guaranteed loan is a loan in which the Statewide AT Program 

guarantees that the loan to a consumer is secure and will be repaid, thus increasing the 

lender’s willingness to loan funds. 

Interest buy-down loan: A loan in which AT program funds are used to buy down the 

interest rate of a loan. The AT program uses funds to reduce the interest rate that lending 
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institutions offer to consumers for loans to purchase AT. The AT program pays the lending 

institution for a portion of the interest on the loan, resulting in lower interest payments for 

the consumer over the long term.

3. The lowest interest amount for loans as established by the policies of the activity (leave 

blank if NA). [Percentage field in XX.XX% form]

4. The highest interest amount for loans as established by the policies of the activity 

(leave blank if NA). [Percentage field in XX.XX% form]

5. The lowest loan amount provided as established by the policies of the activity (leave 

blank if N/A). [Number field - dollar amount]

Instructions: The response to this item must be based on the Statewide AT Program’s 

established, written policies. This is not the lowest loan actually provided in a given 

year, but the lowest loan amount that would be provided as reflected in the written 

policies. Leave it blank if the written policies do not specify a lowest loan amount.

6. The highest loan amount provided as established by the policies of the activity (leave 

blank if N/A). [Number field - dollar amount]

Instructions: The response to this item must be based on the Statewide AT Program 

established, written policies. This is not the highest loan amount actually provided in a 

given year, but the highest loan amount provided as reflected in the written policies. 

Leave it blank if the written policies do not specify a highest loan amount.

7. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a 

person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and understand 

what the Statewide AT Program is “doing”. This explanation should make it clear how 

this activity is related to the purposes of the AT Act. It also should describe who the 

activity is intended to serve, specifically if only particular populations of individuals are 

served by the activity or if there are qualifications for participation in the activity. The 

role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the activity should be explained clearly 

and any fees charged should be described.

8. The online page for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the URL for the financial loan program (not the general home page 

URL) or enter N/A if information about the activity is not available online. 

Screen 7: Other State Financing Activities Directly Provide AT

1. If other state financing activities that directly provide AT are conducted through a 

formal written agreement, by providing financial support to other entities or by 

receiving financial support from other entities please identify that coordination and 

collaboration in the table below. 
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Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. The following activities are conducted 

Activities Check if 

Conducted

Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (EDP)-State

Deaf/Blind Telecommunications EDP-Federal

Last Resort Fund

Home Modification Program

Other (text box to describe)

Instructions: Identify all types of other state financing programs that directly provide AT. 

The types of programs are defined as follows:

Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (State): This is a state program to 

distribute telecommunications equipment that serves the needs of people with disabilities, 

including safety needs during emergencies. (This is not the federally funded NDBEDP or 

iCanConnect). States may not use AT Act dollars to provide funds or devices directly to 

individuals. AT Act dollars may be used to administer a telecommunications distribution 

program comprising non-AT Act dollars.

Deaf/Blind Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (Federal): This is the 

National Deaf/Blind Equipment Distribution Program funded by the Federal 

Communications Commission also known as iCanConnect. This program provides 

telecommunications equipment for individuals who are deaf/blind. States may not use AT 

Act dollars to provide funds or devices directly to individuals. AT Act dollars may be 

used to administer a telecommunications distribution program comprising non-AT Act 

dollars.

Last Resort Fund: These programs provide AT, or funds to purchase AT, to consumers 

when other options have been exhausted or are unavailable. These may be earmarked for 

particular types of consumers (such as children) or particular types of AT (such as home 

modification) or they may be for any group or type of AT. States may not use AT Act 

dollars to provide funds or devices directly to individuals. AT Act dollars may be used to 

administer a last resort fund comprised of non-AT Act dollars. 
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Home Modification Program: A home modification program provides home 

modifications, including the addition of wheelchair ramps. States may not use AT Act 

dollars to provide funds or devices directly to individuals. AT Act dollars may be used to 

administer a home modification program comprising non-AT Act dollars. 

Other: Specify and describe in the text box provided.

3. Describe the activity or activities. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a person 

unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and understand what the 

Statewide AT Program is “doing”. This explanation should make it clear how this activity 

is related to the purposes of the AT Act. It also should describe who the activity is intended 

to serve, specifically if only particular populations of individuals are served by the activity 

or if there are qualifications for participation in the activity. The role of the Statewide AT 

Program in carrying out the activity should be explained clearly and any fees charged 

should be described. If there is more than one distinct program within this activity area, 

number and describe each succinctly. The example provided below is for a Last Resort 

Fund, but a similar concept should be applied here. 

Example: Our State AT Program implements both the State Telecommunication Equipment 

Distribution Program and the federally funded NDBEDP (iCanConnect). The State 

program provides a full range of adaptive telephone equipment to all state residents who 

are unable to use a traditional telephone due to disability. The NDBEDP provides a full 

range of adaptive equipment needed by individuals who are deaf/blind for communication. 

All funding used to purchase adaptive equipment is provided by state and federal sources 

outside the AT Act. AT Act funds are used to support the administration of both programs. 

There are no fees associated with this program but there are financial eligibility criteria for 

both programs. 

4. The online page (or pages) for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the specific URL for each of the state financing programs that directly 

provide AT (not the general home page URL) or enter N/A if information about these 

activities is not available online. 

Screen 8: Other State Financing Activities Create AT Savings

1. If other state financing activities that create AT savings are conducted through a formal 

written agreement, by providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving 

financial support from other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration 

in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution
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Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. The following activities are conducted 

Activities Check if 

Conducted

Cooperative Buying Program

AT Lease Program

AT Fabrication Program

Other (text box to describe)

Instructions: Identify all types of other state financing programs that create AT savings 

conducted by the state. The types of programs are defined as follows:

Cooperative Buying Program: Cooperative buying programs procure AT in bulk at a 

discount from AT suppliers and then pass the savings on to consumers/beneficiary 

recipients. 

AT Lease Program: These programs provide AT to consumers on a leased arrangement 

which provides savings over a direct purchase. Typically there is external funding used to 

purchase the devices that are leased to consumers. The leasing arrangement can include a 

lease-to-buy provision. 

AT Fabrication Program: These programs fabricate AT systems for recipients from 

readily available materials providing functional AT products at a significant savings. 

Other: Specify and describe in the text box provided.

3. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a 

person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and 

understand what the Statewide AT Program is “doing”. This explanation should make it 

clear how this activity is related to the purposes of the AT Act. It also should describe 

who the activity is intended to serve, specifically if only particular populations of 

individuals are served by the activity or if there are qualifications for participation in the 

activity. The role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the activity should be 

explained clearly and any fees charged should be described. If there is more than one 

distinct program within this activity area, number and describe each succinctly.

4. The online page (or pages) for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]
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Instructions: Enter the URL for each of the state financing programs that create AT 

savings (not the general home page URL) or enter N/A if information about these activities 

is not available online. 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section D: Device Reutilization Activities

The AT Act describes the State-level activity of device reutilization as follows:

“DEVICE REUTILIZATION PROGRAMS. —The State shall directly, or in collaboration with 

public or private entities, carry out assistive technology device reutilization programs that 

provide for the exchange, repair, recycling, or other reutilization of assistive technology 

devices, which may include redistribution through device sales, loans, rentals, or donations.”

For the purposes of this State Plan, device reutilization activities are categorized as either 

device exchange activities, device refurbish and reassign activities or open-ended loan 

activities. Device exchange activities are those in which the Statewide AT Program facilitates 

the transfer of a device from a consumer who does not need the device to a consumer who 

could use the device without the organization taking possession of the device at any time. 

Devices are listed in a “want ad” or other type of posting and consumers can contact and 

arrange to obtain the device (either by purchasing it or obtaining it for free) from the current 

owner. Exchange activities do not involve warehousing inventory and do not include repair, 

sanitization or refurbishing of used devices. In some cases, a Statewide AT Program serves as 

an intermediary directly involved in making this exchange; in others the consumer and current 

owner make this exchange without the involvement of the Statewide AT Program.

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires the State Plan include a description of how the Statewide 

AT Program will implement State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, section 4(d)(4) 

requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will be involved in 

the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and extent of 

resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) requires 

that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership Activities the 

state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states coordinate and 

collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and private entities. 

Screen 9: Device Exchange 

1. If device exchange activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, by 

providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support from 

other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 
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Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Select the option that best describes what happens when a device is exchanged. [Check 

one]

 The transaction is direct consumer-to-consumer

 The Statewide AT Program is involved in the transaction

The transaction is direct consumer-to-consumer - The exchange is set up so that the person 

who wants the device directly contacts the person who has the device and the two of them 

work out the details of the exchange without the involvement of the Statewide AT 

Program. Occasionally, an individual may not want to post contact information on the 

exchange and requests that the Statewide AT Program be the contact. In these cases, the 

Statewide AT Program’s only responsibility is providing the contact information to those 

who ask.

The Statewide AT Program is involved in the transaction - A consumer who wants a 

device must go through the Statewide AT Program to connect with the person who has the 

device. The role of the Statewide AT Program may vary once this connection has been 

made, but the Statewide AT Program undertakes some level of control over the exchanges 

made through its program.

3. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a 

person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and 

understand what the Statewide AT Program is “doing”. This explanation should make it 

clear how this activity is related to the purposes of the AT Act. It also should describe 

who the activity is intended to serve, specifically if only particular populations of 

individuals are served by the activity or if there are qualifications for participation in the 

activity. The role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the activity should be 

explained clearly and any fees charged should be described. If there is more than one 

distinct program within this activity area, number and describe each succinctly.

4. The online page for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the URL for the device exchange program (not the general home page 

URL) or enter N/A if information about these activities is not available online. 
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Screen 10: Device Refurbish and Reassignment and/or Openended Loan

1. If device refurbish and reassignment and/or open ended loan activities are conducted 

through a formal written agreement, by providing financial support to other entities 

and/or by receiving financial support from other entities please identify that 

coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Select the option(s) that describe how a reutilized device is provided to a recipient. 

[Check as many as apply]

 Device ownership is transferred to the recipient 

 Device is loaned for as long as the recipient needs it with no ownership transfer. 

Device ownership is transferred to the recipient – After the device is reassigned it is not 

tracked or in any way controlled by the State AT Program or its supportive agencies. 

Device is on open-ended loan - A recipient has possession of the device as long as they 

need it but the State AT Program or its partner agencies retain ownership of the device. 

3. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a 

person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and understand 

what the Statewide AT Program is “doing”. Describe the process for obtaining, sanitizing, 

refurbishing (if applicable), and reassigning or long-term loaning the devices. Include a 

description of how the program ensures an appropriate person/device match. If some or all 

of the program is for a particular agency/entity, identify that agency/entity and the 

purpose/population served. Describe any supports provided to the recipient to ensure 

successful device use. The role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the activity 

should be explained clearly and any fees charged should be described. If there is more 

than one distinct program within this activity area, number and describe each succinctly. 

Example: The ALS Association subcontracts with us to operate an open-ended loan 

program for individuals with ALS in the state. We have a pool of communication 
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and adaptive daily living devices set aside for this program within our large reuse 

program. When the ALS organization identifies an individual in need, they contact 

and inform the State AT Program of the types of devices that could assist him or her. 

We arrange to provide the devices, and support for their use, to the individual. We 

track all devices as they come in and out of the program, and contact the individual 

with the device on a regular basis to determine if he or she still is benefiting from it. 

When the device no longer can be used by the individual, we collect it and take care 

of any necessary sanitization and maintenance of the item in preparation for another 

open-ended loan. No fees are charged for these open-ended loans. 

4. The online page (or pages) for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the URL(s) for the device refurbishment and reassignment or openended loan program(s) (not the general home page URL) or enter N/A if information about 

these activities is not available online. 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section E: Device Short-term Loan Activity 

The AT Act indicates that Statewide AT Programs are to “directly or in collaboration with 

public or private entities, carry out device loan programs that provide short-term loans of 

assistive technology devices to individuals, employers, public agencies, or others seeking to 

meet the needs of targeted individuals and entities, including others seeking to comply with 

IDEA, ADA and Section 504.” The purpose of a device loan may be -- (1) to assist in decision 

making, (2) to serve as a loaner while the consumer is waiting for device repair or funding, (3) 

to provide an accommodation on a short-term basis for a time limited event or situation or (4) to 

conduct training, self-education or other professional development activity. 

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for device 

loan activities. 

Screen 11: Short-term Device Loan 

1. If short-term device loan activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, 

by providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support 

from other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table 

below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)
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2. Select the option that describes how the majority of devices loaned are delivered to and 

returned from a borrower. [Check one]

 The majority of devices are shipped via mail or other delivery service.

 The majority of devices are delivered or picked up in-person. 

Statewide AT Programs use one of two methods for getting devices to borrowers using 

their short-term loan program. Choose the option that is used for the majority of the 

device loans issued. 

3. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a 

person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and understand 

what the Statewide AT Program is “doing”. Describe the process for obtaining devices for 

the inventory, the procedures used by borrowers to request devices, how the program 

tracks and ensures devices are returned and ready to be loaned out again, etc. If any 

portion of the program is for a particular agency or entity, identify that agency or entity 

and the purpose and population served. Describe any supports provided to the borrower to 

ensure a successful loan. The role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the 

activity should be explained clearly and any fees charged should be described. If there is 

more than one distinct program within this activity area, number and describe each 

succinctly. See example below. 

The short-term loan program is operated by the State AT Program and is available to 

any agencies, entity or school districts in the state. Equipment is available for loan that 

meets the needs of adults and children of all ages with all types of disabilities. Entities 

must have an approved short-term loan program agreement on file with the program 

assuring acceptance of specific responsibilities to be able to borrow devices. The program 

includes a wide range of equipment including switches and mounts, computer access 

devices, environmental controls, hearing devices, home modifications, vision devices and 

augmentative communication devices and the entire inventory is viewable online. Each 

loan period is up to six weeks and an entity can borrow up to six devices. With each tablet 

loan, up to 10 applications can be borrowed. 

Items are shipped and returned by commercial delivery service except for a few 

exceptionally heavy devices that must be delivered and picked up in person. All loans are 

tracked in a database with routine follow-up to ensure timely return of devices. All 

devices are sanitized and checked for functionality before being loaned out again. All 

device loans include manufacturer’s instructions and/or a “cheat sheet” developed by the 

program with basic instructions about set-up and use to support the borrower(s). The

device loan program inventory is updated as resources will allow and priority is given to 

purchasing devices to reduce waiting lists and provide current high demand items. No 

fees are charged to borrow devices. 

4. The online page for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]
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Instructions: Enter the URL for the device short-term loan program (not the general home 

page URL) or enter N/A if information about this activity is not available online. 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section F: Device Demonstration Activity 

The AT Act describes device demonstrations as activities to “directly, or in collaboration with 

public and private entities, such as one-stop partners, as defined in section 101 of the 

Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (29 U.S.C. 2801), demonstrate a variety of assistive 

technology devices and assistive technology services (including assisting individuals in making 

informed choices regarding, and providing experiences with, the devices and services), using 

personnel who are familiar with such devices and services and their applications.” Section 

4(e)(2)(D)

Device demonstrations compare the features and benefits of AT devices to enable informed 

decision-making. In a device demonstration, guided experience with the device(s) is provided 

to the participant with the assistance of someone who has technical expertise related to the 

device(s). This expert may be in the same location as the participant or may assist the 

participant through Internet or distance learning mechanism that provides real-time, effective 

communication to deliver the necessary device exploration. 

A demonstration is characterized by its interactive nature whereby the participant can interact 

with the device and an expert to increase their knowledge and understanding about the details 

and functions of a device; the participant drives the demonstration and has the ability to interact 

and have their individual questions about the device addressed. If the demonstration is 

conducted via the internet or distance learning mechanism it must be a real-time, interactive 

demonstration that provides one-on-one assistance to the participant. A web-based 

demonstration that is archived or is a static presentation without interaction is considered an 

awareness activity, not a demonstration. 

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for device 

demonstration activities. 
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Screen 12: Device Demonstration

1. If device demonstration activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, 

by providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support 

from other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table 

below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is conducted; a person 

unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and understand what the 

Statewide AT Program is “doing”. Describe the process for obtaining devices for the 

demonstration inventory, how the program delivers demonstrations (if remote 

demonstrations are done that should be explained) and if any portion of the program is for a 

particular agency or entity and a restricted service population. Describe any supports 

provided to demonstration participants to ensure quality decision making including the 

referral process. The role of the Statewide AT Program in carrying out the activity should 

be explained clearly and any fees charged should be described. If there is more than one 

distinct program within this activity area, number and describe each succinctly. See 

example below. 

Example: In addition to our general device demonstration program, the State AT Program 

has an agreement with the Division of Aging to provide a targeted demonstration program 

for seniors. The inventory for this program consists of the most popular and affordable AT 

needed by seniors to live independently. Regularly scheduled device demonstrations are 

done onsite at a number of senior centers and local aging offices. Staff provide an overview 

of the basic devices and then provide one-on-one guided exploration for seniors matching 

AT to their specific functional limitations. If devices are identified that will meet individual 

needs, referrals and resources are provided to support acquisition. 

3. The online page for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the URL for the device demonstration program (not the general home 

page URL) or enter N/A if information about this activity is not available online. 
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section G: State Leadership Activities

Training Activities

The AT Act describes training as follows:

“(i) TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. —

(I) IN GENERAL. —The State shall directly, or provide support to public or private entities 

with demonstrated expertise in collaborating with public or private agencies that serve 

individuals with disabilities, to develop and disseminate training materials, conduct training, 

and provide technical assistance, for individuals from local settings statewide, including 

representatives of State and local educational agencies, other State and local agencies, early 

intervention programs, adult service programs, hospitals and other health care facilities, 

institutions of higher education, and businesses.

(II) AUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES. —In carrying out activities under sub clause (I), the State 

shall carry out activities that enhance the knowledge, skills, and competencies of individuals 

from local settings described in sub clause (I), which may include—

(aa) general awareness training on the benefits of assistive technology and the Federal, State, 

and private funding sources available to assist targeted individuals and entities in acquiring 

assistive technology;

(bb) skills-development training in assessing the need for assistive technology devices and 

assistive technology services;

(cc) training to ensure the appropriate application and use of assistive technology devices, 

assistive technology services, and accessible technology for e-government functions;

(dd) training in the importance of multiple approaches to assessment and implementation 

necessary to meet the individualized needs of individuals with disabilities; and

(ee) technical training on integrating assistive technology into the development and 

implementation of service plans, including any education, health, discharge, Olmstead, 

employment, or other plan required under Federal or State law.”

Training activities are instructional events, usually planned in advance for a specific purpose or 

audience, and are designed to increase participants’ knowledge, skills, and competencies 

regarding AT. Such events can be delivered to large or small groups, in-person, or via 

telecommunications or other distance education mechanisms. In general, participants in training 

can be individually identified and could complete an evaluation of the training. Examples of 

training include classes, workshops, and presentations that have a goal of increasing skills, 

knowledge, and competency, as opposed to training intended only to increase general 

awareness of AT. Training activities have more depth and breadth than public awareness 

activities and are focused on skill building and competency development. 
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Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for training 

activities. 

Screen 13: Training 

1. If training activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, by providing 

financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support from other 

entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Provide a short description of at least one and no more than three planned training 

activities. One of the activities described must be planned Information and 

Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility training that will provide the required 

ICT Training performance measures. If the Statewide AT Program is meeting the 

transition requirements of the AT Act through training, please describe that planned 

activity. If the Statewide AT Program sponsors or co-sponsors a statewide conference 

please include that event as one you describe. [Three text boxes]

Planned ICT Accessibility Training (required)

Planned Transition Training or Other Training Activity (optional)

Planned Statewide Conference or Other Training Activity (optional)

3. 
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The online page for this specific activity can be found at: [Text box]

Instructions: Enter the URL for training activities (not the general home page URL) or 

enter N/A if information about this activity is not available online. 

Technical Assistance Activities

The AT Act describes training as follows:

“(i) TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. —

(I) IN GENERAL. —The State shall directly, or provide support to public or private entities 

with demonstrated expertise in collaborating with public or private agencies that serve 

individuals with disabilities, to develop and disseminate training materials, conduct training, 

and provide technical assistance, for individuals from local settings statewide, including 

representatives of State and local educational agencies, other State and local agencies, early 

intervention programs, adult service programs, hospitals and other health care facilities, 

institutions of higher education, and businesses.

(II) AUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES. —In carrying out activities under sub clause (I), the State 

shall carry out activities that enhance the knowledge, skills, and competencies of individuals 

from local settings described in sub clause (I), which may include—

(aa) general awareness training on the benefits of assistive technology and the Federal, State, 

and private funding sources available to assist targeted individuals and entities in acquiring 

assistive technology;

(bb) skills-development training in assessing the need for assistive technology devices and 

assistive technology services;

(cc) training to ensure the appropriate application and use of assistive technology devices, 

assistive technology services, and accessible technology for e-government functions;

(dd) training in the importance of multiple approaches to assessment and implementation 

necessary to meet the individualized needs of individuals with disabilities; and

(ee) technical training on integrating assistive technology into the development and 

implementation of service plans, including any education, health, discharge, Olmstead, 

employment, or other plan required under Federal or State law.”

Technical Assistance (TA) is direct problem-solving services provided by Statewide AT 

Program staff to assist programs and agencies in improving their services, management, 

policies and/or outcomes. TA may be provided in person, by electronic media such as 

telephone, video or e-mail and by other means. The following are examples of technical 

assistance: needs assessment, program planning or development, curriculum or materials 

development, administrative or management consultation, program evaluation and site reviews 

of external organizations, and policy development.

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 
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extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for 

technical assistance activities. 

Screen 14: Technical Assistance 

1. If technical assistance activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, by 

providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support from 

other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Provide a short description of at least one and no more than two planned technical 

assistance activities. If the Statewide AT Program is meeting the transition 

requirements of the AT Act through technical assistance, please describe that planned

activity. [Two text boxes]

Planned Transition Technical Assistance or Other Technical Assistance Activity 

(required)

Planned Other Technical Assistance Activity (optional)

Public Awareness Activities

The AT Act says the following about Public Awareness:

“The State shall conduct public-awareness activities designed to provide information to targeted 

individuals and entities relating to the availability, benefits, appropriateness, and costs of 

assistive technology devices and assistive technology services, including—

(aa) the development of procedures for providing direct communication between providers of 

assistive technology and targeted individuals and entities, which may include partnerships with 
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entities in the statewide and local workforce investment systems established under the 

Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.), State vocational 

rehabilitation centers, public and private employers, or elementary and secondary public 

schools;

(bb) the development and dissemination, to targeted individuals and entities, of information 

about State efforts related to assistive technology; and

(cc) the distribution of materials to appropriate public and private agencies that provide social, 

medical, educational, employment, and transportation services to individuals with disabilities.”

Public awareness activities are designed to reach large numbers of people, including activities 

such as public service announcements, radio talk shows and news reports, newspaper stories 

and columns, newsletters, brochures, and public forums. 

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for public 

awareness activities. 

Screen 15: Public Awareness 

1. If public awareness activities are conducted through a formal written agreement, by 

providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving financial support from 

other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center

Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Provide a short description of at least one and no more than two planned major public 

awareness activities. If the Statewide AT Program conducts a major ongoing public 

awareness activity such as an annual AT awareness day with a Governor’s 

Proclamation, please include that activity. [Two text boxes]

Major Annual Planned or Other Public Awareness Activity (required)
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Planned Other Public Awareness Activity (optional)

Information and Assistance Activities

The AT Act says the following about information and referral activities, which for the purpose 

of this State Plan are called information and assistance activities:

“(aa) IN GENERAL. — The State shall directly, or in collaboration with public or private (such 

as nonprofit) entities, provide for the continuation and enhancement of a statewide information 

and referral system designed to meet the needs of targeted individuals and entities.

(bb) CONTENT. — The system shall deliver information on assistive technology devices, 

assistive technology services (with specific data regarding provider availability within the 

State), and the availability of resources, including funding through public and private sources, 

to obtain assistive technology devices and assistive technology services. The system shall also 

deliver information on the benefits of assistive technology devices and assistive technology 

services with respect to enhancing the capacity of individuals with disabilities of all ages to 

perform activities of daily living.” 

Section 4(d)(5) of the AT Act requires that the State Plan include a description of how the 

Statewide AT Program will implement its State-level and State Leadership activities. Further, 

section 4(d)(4) requires that the State Plan describe how various public and private entities will 

be involved in the implementation of those activities, including a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed by public and private collaborators. Section 4(d)(7) 

also requires that the State Plan include a description of the State-level and State Leadership 

Activities the state will support with state funds. Section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) requires that states 

coordinate and collaborate their State-level and State Leadership activities among public and 

private entities. The following items are items intended to meet these requirements for 

information and assistance activities.

Screen 16: Information & Assistance 

1. If information and assistance activities are conducted through a formal written 

agreement, by providing financial support to other entities and/or by receiving 

financial support from other entities please identify that coordination and collaboration 

in the table below. 

Collaborating organizations 

conducting this activity 

Have written 

agreement 

with this entity

Provide 

financial 

support to this 

entity

Receive 

financial 

support from 

this entity

Banks/financial institution

Independent Living Center
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Easter Seals

Disability/AT Organizations

Federal Entities/Agencies

State Entities/Agencies

Local/Community Entities

Private Entities 

Other (text box to describe)

2. Describe the activity. [Text box]

Instructions: This should include a description of how a consumer in need of information 

and assistance can contact the Statewide AT Program and how the program would provide 

assistance to him or her. Explain in the simplest terms possible how this activity is 

conducted; a person unfamiliar with the program should be able to read this explanation and 

understand what the Statewide AT Program is “doing.”

Example: Our Statewide AT Program has four regional sites. Each site has a half-time 

person devoted to answering information and assistance calls and e-mails and this person 

receives extensive and ongoing training. A consumer can contact any of the four sites 

(usually he or she is directed to the one closest to where he or she lives) and either speak to 

the staff or leave a message via voicemail. E-mail inquiries are handled similarly, except 

that they all go to a general account and then are forwarded to the appropriate staff 

member. Our policy is to respond to all inquiries within one business day. When 

contacting a consumer, the staff has a routine of questions to ask to ensure that we have all 

of the information necessary to connect the consumer with appropriate resources. The 

expertise of the staff about AT-related resources in the state is backed up by several threering binders full of topical information for quick reference. If staff is not able to respond to 

a request for assistance alone, the request is brought to the weekly staff meeting to problemsolve.
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Assistive Technology State Grant 

Program

State Plan for FY 2018-2020

Section H: Assurances & Measurable Goals

Section 4(d) of the AT Act prescribes the duties of the Lead Agency receiving a grant under 

section 4 of the AT Act and requires the State to provide a number of assurances in its 

application for funds. 34 CFR part 76 also requires that any State Plan include certain 

assurances. The Statewide AT Program certifying representative will attest to these assurances 

and other requirements below and by submitting the State Plan, will affirm that to the best of 

his or her knowledge and belief all information provided in the State Plan is true and correct 

and the State Plan fully discloses all known weaknesses concerning the accuracy, reliability, 

and completeness of the information.

Screen 17: Assurances 

1. As the Certifying Representative of the Lead Agency for the State of [state name], I 

hereby assure the following:

2. The Lead Agency prepared and submitted this State Plan on behalf of the State of 

[state name].

3. The Lead Agency submitting this plan is the State agency that is eligible to submit 

this plan and if an Implementing Entity is identified it is designated to implement 

the required AT Act activities.

4. The State agency has authority under State law to perform the functions of the 

State under this program.

5. The State legally may carry out each provision of this plan.

6. All provisions of this plan are consistent with State law.

7. A State officer, specified by title in this certification, has authority under State law 

to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the plan.

8. The State officer who submits this plan, specified by title in this certification, has 

authority to submit this plan.

9. The agency that submits this plan has adopted or otherwise formally approved this 

plan.

10. The plan is the basis for State operation and administration of the program.

11. The Lead Agency will maintain and evaluate the program under this State Plan.
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12. The State will annually collect data related to the required activities implemented 

by the State under this section in order to prepare the progress reports required 

under subsection 4(f) of the Act. 

13. The Lead Agency will submit the annual progress report on behalf of the State. 

14. The State will prepare reports to the Secretary in such form and containing such 

information as the Secretary may require to carry out the Secretary's functions 

under this Act and keep such records and allow access to such records as the 

Secretary may require to ensure the correctness and verification of information 

provided to the Secretary.

15. The Lead Agency will control and administer the funds received through the grant. 

16. The Lead Agency will make programmatic and resource allocation decisions 

necessary to implement the State Plan.

17. Funds received through the grant will be expended in accordance with Section 4 of 

the Act, and will be used to supplement, and not supplant, funds available from 

other sources for technology-related assistance, including the provision of assistive 

technology devices and assistive technology services. 

18. The Lead Agency will ensure conformance with all applicable Federal and State 

accounting requirements.

19. The State will adopt such fiscal control and accounting procedures as may be 

necessary to ensure proper disbursement of and accounting for the funds received 

through the grant. 

20. Funds made available through a grant to a State under this Act will not be used for 

direct payment for an assistive technology device for an individual with a disability. 

21. A public agency or an individual with a disability holds title to any property 

purchased with funds received under the grant and administers that property. 

22. The physical facility of the Lead Agency and Implementing Entity, if any, meets the 

requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101 et 

seq.) regarding accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Section 4(d)(6)(E)

23. Activities carried out in the State that are authorized under this Act, and supported 

by Federal funds received under this Act, will comply with the standards 

established by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board 

under section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (20 U.S.C. 794d). Section 

4(d)(6)(G)

24. The Lead Agency will coordinate the activities of the State Plan among public and 

private entities, including coordinating efforts related to entering into interagency 

agreements.

25. The Lead Agency will coordinate efforts related to the active, timely, and 

meaningful participation by individuals with disabilities and their family members, 

guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives, and other appropriate 

individuals, with respect to activities carried out through the grant.
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General Description of Measurable Goals: 

Section 4(d)(3) of the AT Act requires that the State include information on the measurable 

goals, and a timeline for meeting those goals, that the State, with the advice of the Advisory 

Council required in section 4(c)(2), has set for addressing the assistive technology needs of 

individuals with disabilities in the State related to education, employment, community living, 

and telecommunications and information technology ).

 Section 4(d)(3)(A)(i) of the AT Act states that education goals include goals involving the 

provision of assistive technology to individuals who receive services under the Individuals 

with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.). This includes 

infants and toddlers receiving early intervention services under Part C.

 Education also includes the provision of assistive technology to individuals who receive 

services under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.) and 

individuals in institutions of higher education and vocational education, including 

community colleges.

 Section 4(d)(3)(A)(ii) of the AT Act states that employment goals include goals involving 

the State vocational rehabilitation program carried out under title I of the Rehabilitation Act 

of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 et seq.). 

ACL has established three types of measurable goals for Section 4 grantees: 

 Access to AT Goals relate to the activities of device loan for a decision-making purpose and 

device demonstration. The State will show that it has improved access to AT by reaching or 

exceeding the ACL set target percentage of individuals and entities who accessed device 

demonstration programs or device loan programs and made a decision about an AT device 

or service as a result of the assistance they received. The Access Goal performance measure 

data is found in the Annual Progress Report (APR) for State Assistive Technology 

Programs. 

 Acquisition of AT Goals relate to the activities of state financing, device reutilization, and 

device loan for purposes other than decision-making. The State will show that it has 

improved acquisition by reaching or exceeding the ACL set target percentage of individuals 

and entities who obtained devices or services from State financing activities or reutilization 

programs who would not have obtained that AT device or service. The Acquisition Goal 

performance measure data is found in the APR for State Assistive Technology Programs. 

 Information and Communication (ICT) Accessibility Goal is focused on obtaining an 

outcome/result from information and communication technology accessibility training 

including improvement of policies procedures or practices in the areas of website and 

software development and procurement. The State will show that is has improved ICT 

training results by reaching or exceeding the ACL set target percentage of participants 

reporting a targeted outcome. The ICT Training performance measure data is found in the 

APR for State Assistive Technology Programs.