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Houston's Parks Department just received a $20,000 grant to enhance adaptive sports for residents, giving young athletes like Ulysses Mendez a chance to shine!

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Houston parks department secures $20K grant for adaptive sports wheelchairs
Houston's parks department celebrates a $20,000 grant for adaptive sports wheelchairs and Ulysses Mendez.
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June 27, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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@bsky.app PLEASE enable voice recognition on this app so that users who are unable to use their hands can post more easily #disabilityaccessibility
December 31, 2024 at 6:50 PM
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Students do the best they can. Thank you to ALL of the teachers, therapists, specialists, administrators, and parents who work hard to remove barriers for students with diverse ability needs! 🙌

#Neurodiversity #DisabilityAccessibility #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities

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A lot of the time it's not a case of 'won't'. Ours kids do the best they can. When they don't do well it's because there are barriers. It's our job to figure out what they are, and remove them. Yes? Em 🌈 Cartoon shows hands raised in a pool with the rest of the body submerged (appearance of unable to swim) and an adult standing outside the pool with a speech bubble saying: “student would not comply with instructions to swim.”
November 25, 2024 at 8:48 PM
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youtube.com/watch?v=fSCC... #maskup #airborneaware #covidconscious #stillcoviding #covidisairborne #covidisntover #covidisnotover #disabilityrights #disabilityaccessibility #disabilityinclusion
Adam Reich: Criminalizing Masks? The Fight Against Anti-Mask Laws
YouTube video by World Health Network
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August 1, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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Also, ya boi is very disabled and looking for a job is actively the worst thing for my emotional health because nobody finds value in me enough to hire me because I require accommodations. I would really appreciate some encouragement 🥺
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May 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Hubbardston is taking big steps towards inclusivity, launching a new website designed for optimal accessibility and planning to enhance public engagement with assistive devices.

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Civic Plus Launches Accessible Digital Platform To Enhance Community Engagement
Civic Plus develops website prioritizing accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
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July 23, 2025 at 3:50 AM
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Connecticut is on the verge of transforming voting for individuals with disabilities through groundbreaking legislation that promises to make curbside voting easier and more accessible than ever before.

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#CT #InclusiveDemocracy #VotingRights #DisabilityAccessibility
Connecticut General Assembly introduces curbside voting accessibility for disabled electors
Legislation enacted to enhance curbside voting access for individuals with disabilities
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March 14, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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California's Assembly Bill 474 is set to reshape the housing landscape by enhancing protections against discrimination for disabled individuals and low-income tenants, igniting a heated debate among lawmakers and advocates.

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#CA #DisabilityAccessibility #IncomeEquality
California enacts tax exemption for landlords in nonprofit home-sharing programs
New law excludes rental income from lower income households in nonprofit home-sharing programs.
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February 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Senators are pushing for autonomous vehicles to enhance mobility for people with disabilities while also addressing the looming competition with China and the future of American jobs.

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Accessibility, Jobs and U.S. Competitiveness Loom Large in AV Hearing
Senators used the hearing to spotlight wheelchair access, workforce transitions and concerns about competition with China; witnesses described manufacturing investments, difficulty finding OEM platforms for accessible robotaxis, and industry commitments to work with labor and accessibility partners.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:27 AM
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Pasadena Unified's advisory committee is pushing for transformative changes, demanding a comprehensive inclusion plan and prioritizing accessible playgrounds for students with disabilities.

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#CA #CitizenPortal #InclusionImprovement #TransitionPlanning #DisabilityAccessibility
Parents and advisory committee urge Pasadena Unified to expand inclusion, set IEP transition age at 14 and formalize safety plans
An advisory committee and parents presented a set of special-education recommendations calling for a districtwide inclusion improvement plan, inclusive playgrounds, transition planning to begin at age 14 and individualized emergency plans for students with disabilities. District staff said they will return with implementation timelines.
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June 28, 2026 at 1:53 AM
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Residents in El Paso are sounding the alarm on an affordability crisis that's forcing families to choose between basic needs and housing stability.

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Residents tell El Paso council affordability crisis is forcing roommates, migration and inaccessible housing
During public comment, residents and a housing authority representative urged the council to address rising rents, multi-generational household distortions and a lack of housing accessible to people with disabilities; the city said a housing strategy will return later this fall.
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September 11, 2026 at 12:58 AM
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Local advocates are pushing for inclusive programming during the Paralympics, with exciting plans to activate Dolphin Park for families with special needs.

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#CarsonCityLosAngelesCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #InclusionProgramming #ParalympicEvents #DisabilityAccessibility
Carson staff and disability advocates plan programming for Paralympics and accessible fan zones
Advocates urged the city to include special-needs programming and accessible spaces during the Paralympics; staff proposed activating Dolphin Park and coordinating with visiting delegations to support inclusion.
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August 3, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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The Beloit School District is grappling with a proposed zero-tolerance policy that could impact students with disabilities—are they prioritizing fairness or risking discrimination?

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#WI #EquityInEducation #CitizenPortal #DisabilityAccessibility #EducationPolicy
Board Discusses Zero Tolerance Policy and Accessibility for Students with Disabilities
Board members debate legality and exceptions in proposed zero tolerance policy amendments.
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August 3, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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Deputy Mayor Ed Stern leads a pivotal Poulsbo City Council meeting, emphasizing inclusivity and honoring the ancestral lands of the Suquamish people.

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#PoulsboKitsapCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #IndigenousRights #InclusivityEfforts #DisabilityAccessibility #PoulsboCommunity
Deputy Mayor Stern Leads Poulsbo Council Meeting Focused on Disability Rights and Community Projects
Council discusses American Disabilities Act, land acknowledgment, and local infrastructure projects.
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October 6, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Ohio's Senate Bill 128 is set to revolutionize financial security for individuals with disabilities by enhancing ABLE accounts with stronger protections and transparency.

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#OH #DisabilityAccessibility #PublicAssistanceReform #CitizenPortal #FinancialEmpowerment
Ohio introduces new ABLE account provisions exempt from Medicaid estate recovery
Ohio's ABLE program mandates quarterly statements and safeguards accounts from Medicaid claims.
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February 27, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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Minnesota's Senate Bill 2216 could revolutionize long-term care insurance by mandating clear disclosures, ensuring that vulnerable populations fully understand their coverage.

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#MN #ElderlyCare #MinnesotaConsumerProtection #CitizenPortal #DisabilityAccessibility
Minnesota mandates disclosure requirements for limited long-term care insurance policies
Minnesota requires detailed policy disclosures for limited long-term care insurance contracts.
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April 23, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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Minnesota lawmakers are pushing for a transformative $44.6 million housing project that promises 1,000 affordable units and jobs in St. Paul—could this be the solution to the housing crisis?

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#MN #DisabilityAccessibility #CitizenPortal #SustainableDevelopment #MinnesotaHousing
Minnesota lawmakers discuss $44.6M funding for housing development at The Heights
House file 2549 seeks funding for affordable housing development in Saint Paul.
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April 2, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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Larimer County is taking a stand for Fair Housing Month, addressing the urgent need for equitable housing access and combating discrimination against vulnerable populations.

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#LarimerCounty #CO #DisabilityAccessibility #HousingEquality #CitizenPortal
Larimer County designates April 2025 as Fair Housing Month promoting equitable housing access
Officials declare April 2025 Fair Housing Month to address housing discrimination in Larimer County.
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April 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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The harrowing testimonies from the House Judiciary meeting reveal how our legal system punishes poverty, highlighting the urgent need for reform with Senate Bill 2562.

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#CO #DisabilityAccessibility #CitizenPortal #CriminalJusticeReform #SocialJusticeIssues
ACLU supports SB 2562 addressing jail issues from court appearances in Pueblo
Mia Bailey highlights how municipal contempt charges disproportionately impact the unhoused and disabled.
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March 20, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Colorado's Senate Bill 111 is set to invest $11.2 million to enhance safety and infrastructure at state facilities, ensuring a secure environment for those who need it most.

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#CO #PublicSafety #DisabilityAccessibility #InfrastructureUpgrades #CitizenPortal
Colorado allocates $11M for security and facility upgrades in state institutions
Colorado approves funding for security improvements and infrastructure repairs across various facilities.
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February 22, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Maine's new House Bill 902 is set to transform the Aitkin County Fairgrounds with a $450,000 investment in crucial infrastructure and accessibility upgrades.

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#ME #DisabilityAccessibility #MaineFairgrounds #CitizenPortal
Minnesota Legislature allocates $450,000 for Aitkin County Fairgrounds improvements
Legislature appropriates funds for electrical, drainage, and ADA improvements at Aitkin Fairgrounds.
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February 19, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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The AT Fair can help connect to tools for mobility, memory aids, communication, employment, recreation, smart home, security, and more. #DisabilityAccessibility

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📅 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 9 (come and go)
📍 Topeka Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave. in #Topeka #Kansas

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Fair will offer opportunity to explore technology to increase accessibility, independence
The AT Fair on Sept. 9 in Topeka will feature hands-on demonstrations of technology to help Kansans with daily tasks, employment and recreation.
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September 1, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Henry County's Zoning Advisory Board is tackling tough questions about personal care homes in residential neighborhoods—are safety and community standards being prioritized?

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#HenryCounty #GA #PublicSafety #CommunityAwareness #CitizenPortal #DisabilityAccessibility
Georgia board evaluates personal care home proposal amid community safety concerns
Board reviews applicant’s plans for converting a residence into a personal care home.
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May 12, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Texas just introduced a groundbreaking bill that promises $1,500 grants for students with special needs, but will it truly expand access to vital educational resources?

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#TX #DisabilityAccessibility #TexasSpecialEducation #EducationalFunding #CitizenPortal
Texas legislature allocates $1,500 grants for special education services funding
Texas grants $1,500 for special education services in 2025-2026 school year.
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April 5, 2025 at 7:59 AM
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Alaska's House Bill 26 could revolutionize public transit by expanding access and funding, making transportation more inclusive for everyone!

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#AK #AlaskaCommunityTransit #MultimodalPlanning #DisabilityAccessibility #PublicTransportation #CitizenPortal
Advocates push for HB26 to codify statewide public and community transit planning in Alaska
Supporters testified that House Bill 26 would expand the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ duties to include public and community transit, improve multimodal planning (including rural areas and marine/rail modes) and help the state leverage federal funding; committee took the bill under further consideration with no vote.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:23 AM