TCDD Extra: October 2024
October 31, 2024
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
Early voting opened in Texas on Monday, Oct. 21. Now is a great time to find your polling location and make your voting plan.
People with disabilities vote! We have gathered resources related to accessible voting laws, assistance at polling locations, and mail-in voting options.
Join TCDD as we celebrate NDEAM 2024 and recognize the value, talents, and support needs of workers with disabilities.
Are you registered to vote? The deadline to register is Oct. 7. We have resources to help you register today.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
TCDD has issued a RFA for a new grant project that will increase choice-making skills among children with DD from ages 3-11. The deadline to apply is Dec.7.
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
TCDD is seeking a Public Policy Analyst to perform policy and legislative advocacy activities that support our Council’s goals and priorities.
Applications are open for Professional Pathways, our mentorship program for careers in the developmental disabilities field.
SB 769 would require the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to issue a report on the enrollment and success of students with disabilities in higher education. It was authored by Sen. José Menéndez.
Check out some of our latest legislative resources and public testimony from our public policy team.
HB 1936 would strengthen the enforcement of accessible parking violations. It was authored by Rep. David Cook.
The Texas Senate passed its state budget proposal last month. Now, House members are set to debate their version later this week.
HB 1041 would prohibit paid caregivers from serving as beneficiaries of life insurance policies for individuals under their care. It was authored by Rep. Chris Turner.
