August 2026 Council Meeting Recap
August 14, 2026
Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, developed legislative advocacy strategies, and more.
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.
HB 199 would establish a sales tax exemption for child and adult diapers. The bill was authored by Rep. Donna Howard.
The governor and lieutenant governor announce their priorities for the session as the Texas House sets its committee membership.
HB 1781 would establish accountability guidelines for specialized support campuses with consultation from educators, parents, and other stakeholders. The bill was authored by Rep. Gina Hinojosa.
The press conference on ending harmful restraint practices, bill filings, a legislative training opportunity, and TCDD’s first policy team member spotlight.
HB 109 would require health plans to approve claims for hearing aids that cost more than the allowable benefit if patients pay for the cost difference. The bill was authored by Rep. Julie Johnson.
This week, we kick off our legislative updates with a recap of the Texas general election and provide information on bill filings.
Some people may experience workplace bullying and not even know it. Others may know it but not know what to do about it. Fortunately, laws and resources exist to help protect people from being bullied at work.
The guide features tips for students, parents, and educators on preparing for higher education, as well as information about other educational and career options.
Even though National Disability Employment Awareness Month has ended, promoting inclusive employment for people with disabilities doesn’t stop.
To better promote the priorities at the Capitol, TCDD is gathering stories from people with disabilities, their family members, and professionals in the DD field.
