Section 388-891-0150. How does DVR protect personal information that is released for audit, evaluation or research?  


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  • DVR may release personal information for audit, evaluation or research if the results would improve the quality of life or VR services for people with disabilities. Before any personal information is shared, the organization, agency, or individual must agree to the following conditions:
    (1) The information must only be used by people directly involved in the audit, evaluation or research;
    (2) The information must only be used for the reasons approved by DVR in advance;
    (3) The information must be kept secure and confidential;
    (4) The information must not be shared with any other parties, including you or your representative; and
    (5) The final product or report must not contain any personal information that would identify you without your written consent.
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 74.29.020, 74.08.090, August 1998 amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 34 C.F.R. Parts 361 and 363, chapters 74.29, 43.19 RCW, RCW 43.43.832, 4.24.550, 71.09.340, 9A.44.130, and chapter 26.44 RCW. WSR 03-02-014, § 388-891-0150, filed 12/20/02, effective 2/3/03.]
RCW 74.29.020, 74.08.090, August 1998 amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 34 C.F.R. Parts 361 and 363, chapters 74.29, 43.19 RCW, RCW 43.43.832, 4.24.550, 71.09.340, 9A.44.130, and chapter 26.44 RCW. WSR 03-02-014, § 388-891-0150, filed 12/20/02, effective 2/3/03.