Code of Massachusetts Regulations
111 CMR - MASSACHUSETTS COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND
Title 111 CMR 6.00 - Vocational Rehabilitation Services College Training Services
Section 6.06 - Reimbursement for Necessary Books and Supplies

(1) Reimbursement for necessary books and supplies will be provided to a consumer receiving college training services under an approved IWRP without regard to financial need. Necessary books and supplies do not include personal items or any material that is not directly related to the consumer's course of study.

(2) The maximum payment which the Commission may authorize during any academic year for necessary books and supplies for a consumer receiving college training services will be determined by the Commissioner or his/her designee on an annual basis, the date to be determined by Commonwealth fiscal year budget requirements. Rates of reimbursement are applied universally and may not be adjusted for individuals. No consumer may receive more than the actual cost of necessary books and supplies.

(3) No consumer may receive more than the maximum amount established except circumstances, such as theft or fire, and then only what is necessary to replace the items so that the consumer may complete his/her course work. Exceptions may be approved by the Commissioner or his/her designee upon sufficient showing of proof of the loss, which must be documented in the consumer's file.

(4) Equipment, such as tape recorders, CCTVs, etc., is not included in the definition of "necessary books and supplies". Such equipment may be provided when necessary to consumers receiving college training services. Provision of such equipment will be made within the scope of the Commission's equipment guidelines.