Human Services - Maryland Assistive Technology Program - Establishment

SB 208 establishes the Maryland Assistive Technology Program within the Department of Disabilities to provide devices and services for Maryland residents with disabilities. The bill creates a permanent "Assistive Technology Services Fund" to cover program costs, using revenue from assessments, training, and digital accessibility services - plus interest earnings, which must be credited back to the fund. It requires the program to increase access to devices, support underrepresented groups, and operate statewide lending libraries for short-term device trials. The fund cannot replace other funding but will directly support program operations like device purchases and training.