R634-1-1. Authority and Purpose

  (1) This rule is promulgated pursuant to Section 63G-3-201(2) of the state Administrative Rulemaking Act. The department, pursuant to 28 CFR 35.107, 2002 ed., adopts, defines and publishes within this rule complaint procedures providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints filed in accordance with Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

  (2) The provision of 28 CFR 35, 2002 ed., implements the provisions of Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 42 USC 12201, which provides that no qualified individual with a disability, by reason of such disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs or activities of a public entity, or be subjected to discrimination by this or any such entity.