Texas Legislative News: May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025
With the Legislature’s regular session in its final stretch, many disability-related bills hit critical deadlines while some move closer to becoming law.
With the Legislature’s regular session in its final stretch, many disability-related bills hit critical deadlines while some move closer to becoming law.
House Bill 175 would establish optional certifications and a grant program for child care providers serving children with disabilities. The bill was authored by Rep. Mary González.
Check out the latest on disability-related bills advancing at the Capitol, and see four legislative hearings we’re watching this week.
House Bill 3947 would require metropolitan planning organizations to consider the transportation needs of people with disabilities when developing their 10-year plans. The bill was authored by Rep. Yvonne Davis.
The Texas House advances several disability-related bills, and TCDD provides legislative testimony on training for law enforcement who interact with autistic people.
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.
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.
