
Professional Pathways: Mentorship for Careers in the DD Field
Applications are open for Professional Pathways, our mentorship program for careers in the developmental disabilities field.

Applications are open for Professional Pathways, our mentorship program for careers in the developmental disabilities field.

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.

The full Texas House begins considering bills, including a proposal for a co-navigator services program for people who are deaf-blind and a measure to create a statewide IDD coordinating council.

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.
During the meetings, the Council awarded funding to continue the development of TCDD projects. Council members also discussed current and future state plan activities.

TCDD reflects on NDEAM 2021 and highlights resources available for people with disabilities seeking competitive, integrated employment.

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re spotlighting several projects that supported people with DD in finding meaningful employment.

Please join us in welcoming the new class of Texas Partners in Policymaking. 40 disability advocates from across the state come together to improve the lives of Texans with developmental disabilities.

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, TCDD is hosting events and sharing resources related to disability employment.