Texas Legislative News: May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
With the Legislature’s regular session in its final stretch, many disability-related bills hit critical deadlines while some move closer to becoming law.
With the Legislature’s regular session in its final stretch, many disability-related bills hit critical deadlines while some move closer to becoming law.
House Bill 175 would establish optional certifications and a grant program for child care providers serving children with disabilities. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.
Check out the latest on disability-related bills advancing at the Capitol, and see four legislative hearings we’re watching this week.
House Bill 3947 would require metropolitan planning organizations to consider the transportation needs of people with disabilities when developing their 10-year plans. The bill was authored by Rep. Yvonne Davis.
The Texas House advances several disability-related bills, and TCDD provides legislative testimony on training for law enforcement who interact with autistic people.
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.
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.
