Disability Rights

A proposed rule would allow some children to qualify for the Medically Dependent Children Program — a Medicaid program that offers home- and community-based services to children with complex medical needs — without needing a nursing facility stay. But, advocates said the language is too “narrow" and could hinder providers.

Texans with disabilities are facing a lot of challenges like public transit changes, Medicaid cuts and federal lawsuits that could have a significant effect on disability rights. But disability advocates said learning how to participate in advocacy work can be difficult and intimidating.That’s where the new Advocacy, Collaboration and Engagement, or ACE, training comes in.

Texas is leading a group of states that claim part of the Americans with Disabilities Act is unconstitutional, which disability advocates warn could lead more people into institutional care settings. Advocates said they want to put pressure on state policymakers to withdraw from the lawsuit.

The U.S. Postal Service changed when mail is postmarked as it's being processed – which could cause issues with time-sensitive mail like ballots and taxes. But, advocates worry the change could also lead to a loss of coverage and access to services, especially for people with disabilities.

Emily Cavender’s runway show spotlights invisible disabilities through bold designs and lived experience.

The Trump administration closed several Office for Civil Rights hubs as part of its effort to dismantle the Department of Education. The loss of staff and funding left many discrimination cases — and a possible road to justice — at a stand-still.

The base wage for workers who care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is $10.60 an hour in Texas. Lawmakers are considering a raise to $12, but advocates say more is needed.

The case is filed against the U.S. Department of Transportation, and it’s unclear whether the Trump administration will defend it.

The Take Me Home program helps law enforcement better assist people with cognitive or developmental disabilities who may struggle to communicate during an emergency.

Two local families have filed or are in the process of filing formal discrimination complaints against Denton ISD alleging the school system didn’t provide their children with special education services.

Group homes serve people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Rumors of mismanagement swirled online after a weather cancellation, but disabled festival goers clocked issues from the start.