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.
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.
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, TCDD is highlighting the work of The Association of People Supporting Employment First.
