Bill of the Week: HB 1941
January 31, 2025
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.
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.
Reviewing some basics on the Texas Legislature as well as legislative advocacy resources from TCDD.
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.
HB 140 would require the implementation of a statewide program to provide certain co-navigation services to deaf-blind individuals. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.
What to expect when lawmakers gather this week and an update on bill filings for the session.
This week, we provide an update on House leadership, bill filings, and more TCDD informational videos.
This week, we provide an update on bill filings, the lieutenant governor’s legislative priorities, and an informational video.
Council members awarded funding to new and ongoing projects; strategized future grant and policy activities; and discussed disability issues and legislative advocacy opportunities.
