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.
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.
Kaleh coordinates external communications for TCDD, including public advocacy campaigns and outreach activities for the Council’s initiatives. She joined TCDD on Jan. 19, 2021.
Gov. Greg Abbott released his list of emergency items, and the Texas House set its committee appointments.
The four-part webinar series is titled, “Promoting a Positive Experience with Special Education in Rural Communities and Small Districts.” It begins Jan. 26, 2021.
During the first week of the session, the House and Senate approved rules on legislative procedure, public testimony, and COVID-19 testing for lawmakers and visitors to the Capitol building.
The Texas Legislature begins on Jan. 12, 2021. TCDD will provide weekly updates on legislative news and bills that relate to disability issues.
