Texas Legislative News: June 17, 2025
June 17, 2025
Texas lawmakers advanced some new measures for people with DD, but several gaps remain in ensuring full personal and civil rights.
Texas lawmakers advanced some new measures for people with DD, but several gaps remain in ensuring full personal and civil rights.
See how Texas lawmakers sought to address critical accessibility issues for Texans with DD during the recent legislative session.
The TCDD Bill of the Week highlighted 19 pieces of legislation. Here’s where they ended up.
As lawmakers adjourn the 89th Legislature, Gov. Greg Abbott has until June 22 to sign, veto, or allow bills to take effect without his signature.
Senate Bill 66 would require a study on authorizing supported decision-making agreements to include assistance in legal proceedings. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, developed legislative advocacy strategies, and more.
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
Access free online trainings and advance your disability advocacy skills.
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
Council members awarded grant funding to continue ongoing projects, discussed initiatives to improve health equity and service delivery for Texans with disabilities, and more.
TCDD joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Learn more about TCDD’s mental health grant projects and available resources.
As the regular session comes to an end, a special session begins.
SB 1606 relates to guardianship proceedings for people with intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
Older Americans Month and Older Texans Month recognize the achievements of older adults, including those with disabilities. Please join us in supporting older adults to stay engaged, independent, and included.
Join TCDD on June 14, 2023, for a Disability Policy Academy titled “A Capitol Recap: Disability Policy in the 88th Legislature”
