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The PADD Program

The Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PADD) Program was created by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights (DD) Act of 1975. P&As are required by the Act to pursue legal, administrative and other appropriate remedies to protect and advocates for the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities under all applicable federal and state laws. 1994 amendments to the DD Act expanded the system to include a Native American P&A program. Administration for Children Youth and Families, Administration on Developmental Disabilities (ADD) administers the PADD program.