Bill of the Week: SB 1606
May 26, 2023
SB 1606 relates to guardianship proceedings for people with intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
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For this last session, we highlighted noteworthy bills going through the legislative process. The bill may relate directly to TCDD’s Public Policy Priorities or other disability-related issues. To get this information first, subscribe to TCDD newsletter.
During the 88th Texas legislative session, we profile noteworthy bills as they move through the legislative process. Each bill may relate directly to our Public Policy Priorities or other disability-related issues. To get this information first, subscribe to our newsletter.
SB 1606 relates to guardianship proceedings for people with intellectual disabilities. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
Senate Bill 904 clarifies enforcement of the unauthorized use of parking spaces designated for people with disabilities. The bill was authored by Rep. Drew Springer.
HB 4702 would establish peer supports for individuals with DD as a billable service under Medicaid. The bill was authored by Rep. Liz Campos.
HB 5146 would establish the Building Better Futures Program for students with DD. The bill was authored by Rep. John Raney.
HB 5206 relates to penalties for false representation of animals as service animals. The bill was authored by Rep. Vikki Goodwin.
HB 773 would prohibit the practice of school-initiated undocumented early pickups. The bill was authored by Rep. Alma Allen.
SB 477 would improve accessibility for voters with disabilities and give voters with mobility-related disabilities priority access to vote at polling locations. The bill was authored by Sen. Judith Zaffirini.
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