I think that for me, the most important principle is the principle of “nothing without us”. In my opinion, this conversation about individual versus family is better suited, as the officials stated.... This is something that needs to be discussed with the disability community so that we can listen to their viewpoints and listen to their voices. I think this is why, again, I will oppose this amendment. It presupposes that conversation and that consultation, which are so absolutely critical. I think we need to hear from the disability community on this issue, and we will when this bill moves from the committee to the House and passes. Those consultations that will take place, those discussions with the disability community, are exactly where we will determine which avenue we will take.
For that reason, I will be opposing this amendment.