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.
TCDD joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Learn more about TCDD’s mental health grant projects and available resources.
As the regular session comes to an end, a special session begins.
SB 1606 relates to guardianship proceedings for people with intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
Older Americans Month and Older Texans Month recognize the achievements of older adults, including those with disabilities. Please join us in supporting older adults to stay engaged, independent, and included.
Join TCDD on June 14, 2023, for a Disability Policy Academy titled “A Capitol Recap: Disability Policy in the 88th Legislature”
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.
