Bill Barrett: “Mr. Chairman, I do rise in strong support of H.R. 1385. As has been suggested, the bill already eliminates nearly 70…”

“Mr. Chairman, I do rise in strong support of H.R. 1385. As has been suggested, the bill already eliminates nearly 70 programs, directs more money to States and local communities, and it does enable individuals to make an informed decision on what types of job training they need. The bill also includes my amendment that would make a change in current law that will have a positive effect on our disabled youth who are preparing to leave school and move into the State vocational rehabilitation system. The Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation Services agency operates a transition program that can allow the agency to participate in a disabled child's individualized education plan once that child reaches the age of 14. This participation has been welcomed by schools and parents as it does help them to understand the types of vocational rehabilitation services that may be available once the child leaves high school. The transition program is helping 2,000 children to prepare to enter the State's vocational rehabilitation system.”