
Older Americans Month 2024: Powered By Connection
Join us in our commitment to improve the lives of older adults with DD, in Texas and nationwide.

Join us in our commitment to improve the lives of older adults with DD, in Texas and nationwide.

Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed five new TCDD Council members, reappointed one member, and named Andrew Crim as chair.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Find mental health resources for people with disabilities.

During the meetings, Council members awarded grant funding for new and ongoing projects and discussed important disability issues and initiatives.

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

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 477 would improve accessibility for voters with disabilities and give voters with mobility-related disabilities priority access to vote at polling locations. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.

For this week’s Texas Legislative News, we highlight disability-related bills passing in the House, TCDD testimony, and more.

HB 459 would prohibit the use of physical restraint and chemical irritants on public school students age 10 or younger. The bill was authored by Rep. Lacey Hull.

As the Texas House begins considering legislation, check out the latest in TCDD policy events, public testimony, and upcoming hearings to watch.

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.