access to the means for meaningful communication, this right is denied. (7) The leadership of individuals with significant disabilities affecting communication is essential to achieving solutions and obtaining supports that improve, for such individuals, communication access and participation in the decisions most impacting their lives. 3. Purpose The purpose of this Act is to provide for comprehensive training, technical assistance, and resource centers on augmentative and alternative communication devices, services, and supports that— (1) are created and operate in order to raise expectations and improve awareness of the need for effective augmentative and alternative communication devices, services, and supports for individuals with significant disabilities affecting communication