
Texas Legislative News: Jan. 21, 2025
Reviewing some basics on the Texas Legislature as well as legislative advocacy resources from TCDD.

Reviewing some basics on the Texas Legislature as well as legislative advocacy resources from TCDD.

We cover developments in the House speaker race and highlight recent disability-related bill filings.

The 89th Texas Legislative Session, disability advocacy training, youth ambassador projects, and more!

We cover developments in the House speaker race and highlight recent disability-related bill filings.

Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, reviewed priorities for the upcoming Texas legislative session, and discussed strategies for meeting with lawmakers and legislative staff.
In the session’s waning days, lawmakers will discuss some proposed bills in formal meetings rather than public hearings, making it an important time for advocates to contact their legislators.
With the regular session concluding at the end of the month, learn what lawmakers mean when they refer to a “vehicle” or a “Christmas tree.” Also, see some of the hearings we’re monitoring this week.
Lawmakers continue to work on the state’s next two-year budget while several legislative deadlines approach.

We are looking for an undergraduate or graduate student intern passionate about accessible web design.

On April 10, 2021, the class of 2021 graduated from the Texas Partners in Policymaking program.

Council members awarded funding to continue ongoing projects, developed legislative advocacy strategies, and more.

TCDD is seeking a Public Policy Analyst to perform policy and legislative advocacy activities that support our Council’s goals and priorities.

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.