In this issue, read about: NACDD Launches Photo Gallery of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Nevada DD Council Wins Four Emmy Awards for “Our World in Our Words NACDD Policy Insights Bridging Aging and Disability Networks’ Article Published in Leading Journal NACDD Launches New Apprentice & Intern Program Stay engaged with the NACDD network! If you…
This is the largest cut to Medicaid in the program’s history. Medicaid goes by many names: Medic-Cal in California, SoonerCare in Oklahoma, STAR+PLUS in Texas, and Medical Assistance in many states. An estimated 8.7 million Americans (or 1 in 10 Medicaid enrollees) will lose Medicaid coverage. Other analyses show up to 17 million Americans losing…
On July 7th, the Department of Labor withdrew its proposed rule to phase out 14(c) certificates. This rule had previously completed the public comment process, with disability advocates across the country supporting this decision. With its withdrawal, there is widespread disappointment. What are 14(c) certificates? 14(c) certificates allow employers to pay people with disabilities below…
On Wednesday, June 25th, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions conducted a hearing on the nomination of Susan Monarez, Ph.D., for the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The director of the CDC is an incredibly important position. She influences vaccination schedules, disease research, the direction of departments, and…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) expresses deep concern and disappointment over the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which passed both the Senate and House and is expected to be signed by President Trump. People with disabilities—especially those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)—along with their families, caregivers,…
Washington, DC — The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) and State Councils on Developmental Disabilities across the country are expressing deep disappointment following the U.S. Department of Labor’s decision to withdraw its proposed rule that would have phased out the use of Section 14(c) certificates under the Fair Labor Standards Act—an outdated…
We won’t sugarcoat it: This stinks. The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is deeply disappointing. It disregards the voices and experiences of people with developmental disabilities, their families, and the disability community at large. It’s okay to be angry, upset, or just plain tired. Take the time you need to feel whatever…
A Statement on Recent Shootings in Minnesota The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) is deeply saddened and concerned by the recent shooting in Minnesota that took the life of a devoted public servant Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband. The heinous acts also injured several individuals, including Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman. Our thoughts…
Let’s Use 5 Minutes for 3 Actions—and Speak Up with 1 Voice for Disability Rights! Right now, people with disabilities are facing big challenges. Some leaders in Washington, DC want to cut our services, erase our protections, and silence our voices. But we can fight back. And it only takes 5 minutes to make…
The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) stands in full support of the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) and the nationwide UCEDD network and is shocked that the President’s budget eliminates this important pillar of the Developmental Disabilities Network (DD Network). UCEDDs fulfill the essential role that all three DD Act partners…