STAR has been serving people with disabilities for more than twenty years. Here are a few interesting facts about us:
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STAR was established in 1989 under the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988, which as also known as the Tech Act. This Act was repealed with the passage of the Assistive Technology Act.
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STAR is currently 100% federally funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) in accordance with the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended (P.L. 108-364) also known as the Assistive Technology Act of 2004.
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STAR is a division of the Minnesota Department of Administration
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STAR works collaboratively with partners to increase statewide access to assistive technology through demonstrations, loans and reuse services.
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STAR serves people of all ages who live in Minnesota.
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STAR promotes the use of assistive technology at home, school, work and in the community.
