Replacement parts for assistive technology and medical equipment that needs to be purchased out of state because it is not available in California or it is cheaper to purchase from out of state.

A regional center shall classify a vendor as an out-of-state manufacturer or distributor of merchandise if the vendor provides a specific item that is not available in California, or it is more economical to purchase the item outside of California.

My assistive technology communication device uses a special microphone that needs to be replaced. The part is only available from a small manufacturer in Texas.