News and Information

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.

This week, we kick off our legislative updates with a preview of the first days of the session and provide information on our upcoming Disability Policy Academy.

The Texas Legislature begins on Jan. 12, 2021. TCDD will provide weekly updates on legislative news and bills that relate to disability issues.

TxDOT is hosting virtual workshops and seeking input on the public transportation needs of people with disabilities and older adults in rural areas of Texas.

TCDD released its 2021 Public Policy Priorities. These priorities will help guide TCDD efforts during the 87th Texas legislative session.

During the meetings, the Council funded new innovative projects; approved draft goals and objectives for the 2022-2026 State Plan; and developed public policy priorities.

Anyone interested in disability issues can participate and share their ideas on our state plan, which will guide our future work. The deadline to provide comments is Jan. 8, 2021.

The three-part series will discuss topics such as aging with disabilities, health and wellness resources, the role of caregivers, and supported decision-making.

This year is the 50th anniversary of the signing of the DD Act, which created DD councils in every state and territory to promote independence, integration, and inclusion for people with disabilities.