Bill of the Week: SB 568
March 21, 2025
Senate Bill 568 would restructure funding for special education programs in public schools. The bill was authored by Sen. Paul Bettencourt.
Senate Bill 568 would restructure funding for special education programs in public schools. The bill was authored by Sen. Paul Bettencourt.
Legislative proposals that would use public funding for private school education have sparked significant concerns from disability advocates.
HB 1063 would create tenant legal service offices in local governments to assist low-income and disabled tenants. The bill was authored by Rep. Salman Bhojani.
TCDD Texas Legislative Halftime Update, Down Syndrome Advocacy Day at the Capitol, and hearings and bills to watch.
SB 57 would ensure public schools have safety plans and accommodations for students with disabilities during safety drills and disasters or emergencies. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
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.
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.
