
Bill of the Week: HB 645
House Bill 645 would require the implementation of a statewide program to provide certain co-navigation services to people who are deaf-blind. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.

House Bill 645 would require the implementation of a statewide program to provide certain co-navigation services to people who are deaf-blind. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.

House Bill 1941 would establish peer supports for individuals with IDD as a billable service under Medicaid. The bill was authored by Rep. Liz Campos.

A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.

Get a first look at new state budget drafts, learn about changes to House committee rules, track recent disability-related bill filings, and more.

HB 1188, relating to LIDDA referrals for students with IDD. The bill was authored by Rep. Christian Manuel.

Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, developed legislative advocacy strategies, and more.

TCDD is seeking a Public Policy Analyst to perform policy and legislative advocacy activities that support our Council’s goals and priorities.

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.

HB 195 would ensure a safety plan for persons with disabilities in a disaster or emergency on a school campus. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.

We recap disability-related bill filings and highlight upcoming legislative hearings to watch as the 88th session reaches its halfway point.

HB 446 would update the terminology used in law to refer to intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Rep. Tom Craddick.

TCDD Public Policy Analyst Lauren Gerken writes on the legacy of disability-rights activist Judy Heumann and how we can continue to honor her life’s work.

The bill filing deadline for the 88th Texas Legislature is complete and TCDD policy staff continues to provide testimony on several important disability issues.