
Bill of the Week: SB 769
SB 769 would require the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to issue a report on the enrollment and success of students with disabilities in higher education. It was authored by Sen. José Menéndez.

SB 769 would require the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to issue a report on the enrollment and success of students with disabilities in higher education. It was authored by Sen. José Menéndez.

Check out some of our latest legislative resources and public testimony from our public policy team.

HB 1936 would strengthen the enforcement of accessible parking violations. It was authored by Rep. David Cook.

The Texas Senate passed its state budget proposal last month. Now, House members are set to debate their version later this week.

HB 1041 would prohibit paid caregivers from serving as beneficiaries of life insurance policies for individuals under their care. It was authored by Rep. Chris Turner.

Test your knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act!

Lawmakers return to the Capitol for a 30-day special session.

The new program allows eligible families to use state funding for private schools and educational expenses.

What did lawmakers do about early childhood support and inclusive education for Texans with DD?

We continue taking stock of the legislative session by looking at how lawmakers addressed health and safety for Texans with DD.

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.