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Texas Legislative Session
Stay informed during the legislative session with regular updates from TCDD. Our public policy team monitors legislative activities that could impact disability-related programs and services in Texas.
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Texas Legislative News: Special Update on House Budget: April 20, 2021
A preview of the House budget debate, including pre-filed disability-related amendments.
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Texas Legislative News: April 19, 2021
The House is set to take up its version of the state budget, plus hearings to watch.
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Bill of the Week: HB 2256
HB 2256 would create a bilingual special education certification for teachers. The bill was authored by Rep. Bobby Guerra.
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities is committed to creating change so that each individual is able to be fully included in their own communities and exercise control over their own lives.