April is Autism Acceptance Month
April 27, 2026
Celebrate the contributions of Texans with autism and honor the value of inclusive communities.
Celebrate the contributions of Texans with autism and honor the value of inclusive communities.
A special update on legislative interim charges.
As we continue recognizing DD Awareness Month, take our quiz to test your knowledge!
A selection of recent disability news, information, resources, advocacy opportunities, and more.
Improve the lives of Texans with disabilities. Learn about becoming a TCDD Council Member.
We recap disability-related bill filings and highlight upcoming legislative hearings to watch as the 88th session reaches its halfway point.
HB 446 would update the terminology used in law to refer to intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Rep. Tom Craddick.
TCDD Public Policy Analyst Lauren Gerken writes on the legacy of disability-rights activist Judy Heumann and how we can continue to honor her life’s work.
The bill filing deadline for the 88th Texas Legislature is complete and TCDD policy staff continues to provide testimony on several important disability issues.
HB 272 would update state terminology referring to individualized education program teams. The bill was authored by Rep. Julie Johnson.
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.
