October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 13, 2026
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
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.
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.
HB 195 would ensure a safety plan for persons with disabilities in a disaster or emergency on a school campus. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.
The state plan outlines TCDD activities and policy work over the next five years. Council members reviewed and approved the plan following a public comment period and a statewide outreach campaign.
During the 86th Texas Legislature in 2019, these lawmakers made significant contributions to legislation and policy efforts to build a better Texas for people with developmental disabilities.
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is excited to welcome Demi Tomasides as a public policy intern through August 2021. Tomasides will be heavily
In her role, Gonzalez monitors disability issues in Texas and advances TCDD’s public policy priorities. She joined TCDD on July 1, 2020.
Gerken previously worked on disability policy through positions at The Arc of Texas, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and Easterseals Central Texas. She joined TCDD on July 1, 2020.
