The SPIL is the plan for how Iowa will strengthen the network of Centers for Independent Living, and the services and resources that are needed for all individuals with disabilities, to help them live independently and not be forced to live in institutions. The plan is also a critical instrument in order for the state to receive federal funding to provide these services.
2028 – 2030 Iowa's State Plan for Independent Living Development Schedule
| Date | Time | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Kickoff – SPIL Committee |
| July 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Section 1: Mission, Goals, and Objectives |
| August 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Activities, Indicators, and Evaluation |
| September 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Financial Plan |
| October 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Section 2: Scope, Extent, and Arrangement |
| November 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Section 3: Network and Expansion Plan |
| January 5, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Section 4: Grant Processes and Distribution of Funds |
| February 2, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Section 5: SILC; Review Assessment Data |
| March 2, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Emergency Preparedness and Revisions |
| April 6, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Review Revisions and Public Comment |
| May 4, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Revisions Based on Public Comment and Assessment Data |
| June 1, 2027 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Final Drafting Revisions |
Each meeting will be offered online and accessible for public comment in the last 15 minutes of the meeting. Public comments can also be submitted via the Assessment Survey on our main page.
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2025-2027 SPIL Goals
Purpose and Background
The State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) is a required plan in order for a state to receive federal Part C and federal Part B funding for Independent Living Services.
In Iowa, the federal Part C funds are allocated directly to the six Centers for Independent Living. The federal Part B funds are allocated to Iowa Health and Human Services (HHS) as the Designated State Entity (DSE) or fiscal intermediary, and HHS disburses the Part B funding to the Iowa Independent Living Network in the manner outlined in the SPIL as required by their role.
HHS also receives and distributes the State funding allocated to the CILs in the manner outlined in the SPIL.