Modifies provisions governing grants to deaf-blind individuals and families

HB 2408 replaces Missouri's existing grant program for deaf-blind individuals with a new system directing funds to three specific types of organizations. It provides grants to: (1) groups offering services for deaf-blind children and families (including family support advocates and parent education), (2) organizations helping deaf-blind adults achieve independence, and (3) entities training certified support service providers. All grants must be awarded via a competitive request-for-proposal process, with an annual funding cap of $300,000. The bill directly affects deaf-blind Missourians and the service organizations supporting them.