On September 23, 2026, in the case Texas v. Kennedy, an order was handed down by Judge James Hendrix of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of TX. Judge Hendrix was appointed by Trump.
The order vacated specific community integration provisions.
Voting matters!
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The order vacated specific community integration provisions.
Voting matters!
For more info 👇🏼
AAPD Statement on Ruling Vacating Community Integration Provisions in 2024 Section 504 Rule - AAPD
For Immediate Release, September 23, 2026 Contact: Jess Davidson, jdavidson@aapd.com; 202-975-0960 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the federal judge in Texas v. Kennedy vacated the community integration requi...
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September 25, 2026 at 5:10 AM
On September 23, 2026, in the case Texas v. Kennedy, an order was handed down by Judge James Hendrix of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of TX. Judge Hendrix was appointed by Trump.
The order vacated specific community integration provisions.
Voting matters!
For more info 👇🏼
The order vacated specific community integration provisions.
Voting matters!
For more info 👇🏼
This is a terrible setback. www.aapd.com/aapd-stateme...
AAPD Statement on Ruling Vacating Community Integration Provisions in 2024 Section 504 Rule - AAPD
For Immediate Release, September 23, 2026 Contact: Jess Davidson, jdavidson@aapd.com; 202-975-0960 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the federal judge in Texas v. Kennedy vacated the community integration requi...
www.aapd.com
September 24, 2026 at 10:52 PM
This is a terrible setback. www.aapd.com/aapd-stateme...
There is still time to apply to join AAPD’s 2027 Summer Internship Program!
Within the Summer Internship Program, AAPD hosts a Bobby Silverstein Fellow for folks interested in the legal field.
Applications close October 1 at 5:00 PM ET. Apply: https://www.aapd.com/summer-internship-program/
Within the Summer Internship Program, AAPD hosts a Bobby Silverstein Fellow for folks interested in the legal field.
Applications close October 1 at 5:00 PM ET. Apply: https://www.aapd.com/summer-internship-program/
September 24, 2026 at 6:55 PM
There is still time to apply to join AAPD’s 2027 Summer Internship Program!
Within the Summer Internship Program, AAPD hosts a Bobby Silverstein Fellow for folks interested in the legal field.
Applications close October 1 at 5:00 PM ET. Apply: https://www.aapd.com/summer-internship-program/
Within the Summer Internship Program, AAPD hosts a Bobby Silverstein Fellow for folks interested in the legal field.
Applications close October 1 at 5:00 PM ET. Apply: https://www.aapd.com/summer-internship-program/
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Update to the Texas v. Kennedy case. Some community integration regulations from Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973 will no longer be in effect. Full statement at: https://www.aapd.com/aapd-statement-on-ruling-vacating-community-integration-provisions-in-2024-section-504-rule/
September 24, 2026 at 1:44 PM
ruling issued last night bsky.app/profile/aapd...
Update to the Texas v. Kennedy case. Some community integration regulations from Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973 will no longer be in effect. Full statement at: https://www.aapd.com/aapd-statement-on-ruling-vacating-community-integration-provisions-in-2024-section-504-rule/
September 24, 2026 at 3:41 AM
Update to the Texas v. Kennedy case. Some community integration regulations from Section 504 of the Rehab. Act of 1973 will no longer be in effect. Full statement at: https://www.aapd.com/aapd-statement-on-ruling-vacating-community-integration-provisions-in-2024-section-504-rule/
Been in jail or prison and live with a health condition or disability? AAPD wants to hear from you.
Their 10-min anonymous survey has ASL, read-aloud & Easy-Read versions. Open until Fri, Oct 9.
👉 https://www.aapd.com/community-input-survey-for-new-learning-program
Their 10-min anonymous survey has ASL, read-aloud & Easy-Read versions. Open until Fri, Oct 9.
👉 https://www.aapd.com/community-input-survey-for-new-learning-program
September 24, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Been in jail or prison and live with a health condition or disability? AAPD wants to hear from you.
Their 10-min anonymous survey has ASL, read-aloud & Easy-Read versions. Open until Fri, Oct 9.
👉 https://www.aapd.com/community-input-survey-for-new-learning-program
Their 10-min anonymous survey has ASL, read-aloud & Easy-Read versions. Open until Fri, Oct 9.
👉 https://www.aapd.com/community-input-survey-for-new-learning-program
AAPD is excited to announce the eight recipients of our 2026 Tony Coelho Media Scholarship!
Learn more about the recipients at https://www.aapd.com/aapd-announces-2026-recipients-of-the-tony-coelho-media-scholarship/
Learn more about the recipients at https://www.aapd.com/aapd-announces-2026-recipients-of-the-tony-coelho-media-scholarship/
September 23, 2026 at 9:03 PM
AAPD is excited to announce the eight recipients of our 2026 Tony Coelho Media Scholarship!
Learn more about the recipients at https://www.aapd.com/aapd-announces-2026-recipients-of-the-tony-coelho-media-scholarship/
Learn more about the recipients at https://www.aapd.com/aapd-announces-2026-recipients-of-the-tony-coelho-media-scholarship/
Looking for more accessible voting information? Check out the NDS Plain Language Policy Dashboard, AAPD REV UP, BallotReady.org, and Vote.gov. 🗳️ 9/9
Plain Language Policy Dashboard : New Disabled South
A powerful tool translates legislation into plain language so people with disabilities can understand and have a say in the laws and policies that impact their health and wellbeing.
plain-language-policy-dashboard.org
September 22, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Looking for more accessible voting information? Check out the NDS Plain Language Policy Dashboard, AAPD REV UP, BallotReady.org, and Vote.gov. 🗳️ 9/9
Disability Mentoring Day: For many young people with disabilities, having access to mentors that can support and guide them through career exploration and the process is crucial. Consider becoming a coordinator & hosting an event at your org. Qs - email dmd@aapd.com. www.aapd.com/disability-m...
Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) - AAPD
Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) is a large-scale national effort coordinated by AAPD to promote career development for students and job-seekers with disabilities through career exploration and ongoing ...
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September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Disability Mentoring Day: For many young people with disabilities, having access to mentors that can support and guide them through career exploration and the process is crucial. Consider becoming a coordinator & hosting an event at your org. Qs - email dmd@aapd.com. www.aapd.com/disability-m...
We have a Survey open for folks people have long term health conditions where their body or mind is changing. This can be people who have been sick for a long time, are aging, or just got a new diagnosis. Our survey is in English, Spanish, ASL/voiceover, & Easy-Read. www.aapd.com/community-in...
Community Input for New Learning Program - AAPD
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September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
We have a Survey open for folks people have long term health conditions where their body or mind is changing. This can be people who have been sick for a long time, are aging, or just got a new diagnosis. Our survey is in English, Spanish, ASL/voiceover, & Easy-Read. www.aapd.com/community-in...
If you’re already working, another way to get involved is hosting an AAPD intern at your organization or serving as a mentor. Interns are paired with mentors based on their interests and goals. Many of these relationships last well beyond the summer. Email internships@aapd.com to learn more.
September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
If you’re already working, another way to get involved is hosting an AAPD intern at your organization or serving as a mentor. Interns are paired with mentors based on their interests and goals. Many of these relationships last well beyond the summer. Email internships@aapd.com to learn more.
Summer Internship Program: Apply by Oct 1
This is a paid professional opportunity for a student or recent grad with a disability to gain job experience and build their network. Interns are placed in government agencies, disability organizations and more. www.aapd.com/summer-inter...
This is a paid professional opportunity for a student or recent grad with a disability to gain job experience and build their network. Interns are placed in government agencies, disability organizations and more. www.aapd.com/summer-inter...
Summer Internship Program - AAPD
AAPD is a national cross-disability civil rights organization that works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.
www.aapd.com
September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Summer Internship Program: Apply by Oct 1
This is a paid professional opportunity for a student or recent grad with a disability to gain job experience and build their network. Interns are placed in government agencies, disability organizations and more. www.aapd.com/summer-inter...
This is a paid professional opportunity for a student or recent grad with a disability to gain job experience and build their network. Interns are placed in government agencies, disability organizations and more. www.aapd.com/summer-inter...
This is a final call for Paul G. Hearne Emerging Leaders Award applicants. The deadline is tomorrow September 23rd. There's no time like the last minute for an emerging disability leader to apply for $25,000 to make their idea a reality. Email programs@aapd.com with ?s.
www.aapd.com/paul-g-hearn...
www.aapd.com/paul-g-hearn...
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The American Association of People with Disabilities works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.
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September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
This is a final call for Paul G. Hearne Emerging Leaders Award applicants. The deadline is tomorrow September 23rd. There's no time like the last minute for an emerging disability leader to apply for $25,000 to make their idea a reality. Email programs@aapd.com with ?s.
www.aapd.com/paul-g-hearn...
www.aapd.com/paul-g-hearn...
There are many opportunities at @aapd.com to support the growth of disability community and leadership. Here's a thread of all of them. All of these opportunities can be found on our linktree here: linktr.ee/aapd
PS - I just learned that this might also be called a skeet storm, and I......why????
PS - I just learned that this might also be called a skeet storm, and I......why????
AAPD Official: Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
The American Association of People with Disabilities works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.
linktr.ee
September 22, 2026 at 6:56 PM
There are many opportunities at @aapd.com to support the growth of disability community and leadership. Here's a thread of all of them. All of these opportunities can be found on our linktree here: linktr.ee/aapd
PS - I just learned that this might also be called a skeet storm, and I......why????
PS - I just learned that this might also be called a skeet storm, and I......why????
Poster at pediatric dental convention: Non-fluoride compound better than fluoride
Fluoride-Free "CPP-ACP works as well as [or better than] highly fluoridated products, suggesting it may be a suitable alternative for young children at risk of fluoride ingestion"
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Fluoride-Free "CPP-ACP works as well as [or better than] highly fluoridated products, suggesting it may be a suitable alternative for young children at risk of fluoride ingestion"
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2026 AAPD Annual Meeting
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September 18, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Poster at pediatric dental convention: Non-fluoride compound better than fluoride
Fluoride-Free "CPP-ACP works as well as [or better than] highly fluoridated products, suggesting it may be a suitable alternative for young children at risk of fluoride ingestion"
cdmcd.co/vaD8kG
Fluoride-Free "CPP-ACP works as well as [or better than] highly fluoridated products, suggesting it may be a suitable alternative for young children at risk of fluoride ingestion"
cdmcd.co/vaD8kG
#DisabilityVotingRightsWeek may be coming to an end, but the community action continues year-round.
Get started with this polling place accessibility checklist from AAPD: docs.google.com/document/d/1... 🧵 4/4
Get started with this polling place accessibility checklist from AAPD: docs.google.com/document/d/1... 🧵 4/4
Polling Place Accessibility Checklist
Be an Accessible Democracy Defender: Polling Place Access Everyone has a role to play in making our elections accessible. If you are voting in person this year, take this guide with you and help ide...
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September 18, 2026 at 4:14 PM
#DisabilityVotingRightsWeek may be coming to an end, but the community action continues year-round.
Get started with this polling place accessibility checklist from AAPD: docs.google.com/document/d/1... 🧵 4/4
Get started with this polling place accessibility checklist from AAPD: docs.google.com/document/d/1... 🧵 4/4
We made it to the end of #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek! Have you checked your registration & made a voting plan? We gathered a list of resources useful to our community as you exercise your right to vote! Save them! https://ow.ly/97C050ZOuBu
AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
September 18, 2026 at 4:01 PM
We made it to the end of #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek! Have you checked your registration & made a voting plan? We gathered a list of resources useful to our community as you exercise your right to vote! Save them! https://ow.ly/97C050ZOuBu
AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
This week is #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, and it's time to make a plan to vote in the upcoming midterms.
We're fighting alongside @AAPD to ensure everyone has fair and equal access to the ballot box. Visit VoteRiders.org/disabilities to learn about your voting options.
We're fighting alongside @AAPD to ensure everyone has fair and equal access to the ballot box. Visit VoteRiders.org/disabilities to learn about your voting options.
September 18, 2026 at 1:01 PM
This week is #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, and it's time to make a plan to vote in the upcoming midterms.
We're fighting alongside @AAPD to ensure everyone has fair and equal access to the ballot box. Visit VoteRiders.org/disabilities to learn about your voting options.
We're fighting alongside @AAPD to ensure everyone has fair and equal access to the ballot box. Visit VoteRiders.org/disabilities to learn about your voting options.
It is #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek. Let's talk mail-in voting.
If you are voting by mail please request and return your ballot as early as possible.
Each state has different rules so head to www.vote.org/absentee-ballot
#RevUp2026 AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
If you are voting by mail please request and return your ballot as early as possible.
Each state has different rules so head to www.vote.org/absentee-ballot
#RevUp2026 AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
September 17, 2026 at 2:01 PM
It is #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek. Let's talk mail-in voting.
If you are voting by mail please request and return your ballot as early as possible.
Each state has different rules so head to www.vote.org/absentee-ballot
#RevUp2026 AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
If you are voting by mail please request and return your ballot as early as possible.
Each state has different rules so head to www.vote.org/absentee-ballot
#RevUp2026 AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities
Defend Community Integration Coalition Statement on Texas v. Kennedy Proposed Joint Resolution www.aapd.com/defend-commu...
Defend Community Integration Coalition Statement on Texas v. Kennedy Proposed Joint Resolution - AAPD
For Immediate Release: Sept 3, 2026 Contact: Naomi Hess, communications@aapd.com; Jess Davidson, jdavidson@aapd.com The Defend Community Integration Coalition (DCIC) strongly condemns the recent…
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September 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Defend Community Integration Coalition Statement on Texas v. Kennedy Proposed Joint Resolution www.aapd.com/defend-commu...
We’re joining AAPD in #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, a cross-disability, cross-movement week of nonpartisan action and celebration. Join us in becoming an Accessible Democracy Defender: https://www.aapd.com/disability-voting-rights-week/
September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
We’re joining AAPD in #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, a cross-disability, cross-movement week of nonpartisan action and celebration. Join us in becoming an Accessible Democracy Defender: https://www.aapd.com/disability-voting-rights-week/
"The new accessible, all-inclusive Universal Park is considered to be the first of its kind in the country."
I can't believe we are to be the 1st in the country to have a park for all abilities.
#AAPD #disabilities
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I can't believe we are to be the 1st in the country to have a park for all abilities.
#AAPD #disabilities
onmilwaukee.com/articles/mos...
Construction begins in Tosa on the country's first Universal Park
A groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday morning marked the start of construction on the first phase of the new $22 million Moss Universal Park at Wisconsin Avenue Park, 10300 W. Wisconsin Ave., in Wauw...
onmilwaukee.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:39 PM
"The new accessible, all-inclusive Universal Park is considered to be the first of its kind in the country."
I can't believe we are to be the 1st in the country to have a park for all abilities.
#AAPD #disabilities
onmilwaukee.com/articles/mos...
I can't believe we are to be the 1st in the country to have a park for all abilities.
#AAPD #disabilities
onmilwaukee.com/articles/mos...