Projects of National Significance (PNS)
Administration on Developmental Disabilities

Revised 12/1/2006

Under Projects of National Significance (PNS), the Administration on Developmental Disabilities awards grants and contracts to:

• promote and increase the independence, productivity, inclusion and integration into the community of persons with developmental disabilities; and
  
  
• support the development of national and state policy which enhances the independence, productivity, inclusion and integration of these individuals into the community.

These Projects focus on the most pressing issues affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Project issues transcend the borders of States and territories, while project designs are oriented to permit local implementation of practical solutions. Examples include:

• data collection and analysis;
• technical assistance to program components;
• technical assistance to develop information and referral systems;
• projects which improve supportive living and quality of life opportunities;
• projects to educate policymakers; and
• efforts to pursue federal interagency initiatives.

Fiscal Year 2006 appropriations provided $11.414 million to support these activities.

This program is authorized under Part E of the Act.

PNS Family Support