NACDD Stands with Leading Autism Organizations Requesting to Uphold Scientific Integrity & Supporting the Autism Community

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Autistic individuals deserve dignity, respect, and meaningful support. NACDD stands in support with the Autism Society and other leading Autism organizations for calling for more evidence-based research and investments in diverse supports for the Autism community. Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Autism Society of America, Autism Speaks and more stand united in calling for evidence-based research and investments in diverse supports for the Autism community. As…

A Statement on the Dismantling of the US Department of Education

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We are deeply concerned about the recent Executive Order dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, particularly in relation to its vital role in ensuring the rights and educational opportunities of children with disabilities. Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and civil rights protections under laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are…

NACDD Medicaid Fact Sheet

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MEDICAID FACTS WITH LINKS TO STATE DATA Summary: Medicaid is a lifeline to more than 1 in 5 people in the US including people with disabilities, children, seniors, low-income adults with disabilities, rural residents, veterans, military families, and pregnant women. 17 million enrollees are disabled people and older adults. See state Medicaid fact sheets here.…

People with Disabilities Deserve Respect, Not Blame

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The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) sends its heartfelt condolences to the families who have experienced tremendous loss in the American Airlines plane and U.S. Army helicopter crash that occurred this week. People have lost family, friends, and colleagues – and we can only imagine their heartbreak in this difficult time. Currently,…

14c Public Comment Sharing Toolkit

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The U.S. Department of Labor announced a proposed rule to phase out subminimum wage certificates under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, representing a critical step toward ensuring equity and dignity in the workplace for individuals with developmental disabilities. NACDD is launching a mini campaign for State DD Councils to reach out to self advocates,…

INSIGHT: January 2025

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Welcome to INSIGHT, the new monthly newsletter from the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities. The monthly newsletter will feature stories focused on policy, the work of State DD Councils across the country, and other insight on what’s impacting the developmental disability community across the country. Letter from the Director Happy New Year! As…