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Request for Information on Disability Health Research
National Institutes of Health
December 12, 2024
A global affirmation of disability rights
U.S. Department of Labor
December 10, 2024
Senator Collins’ Bipartisan Bill to Expand Autism Research, Training, and Services Passes Senate
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
December 3, 2024
US Department of Labor announces proposed rule to phase out certificates allowing payment of less than minimum wage to workers with disabilities
U.S. Department of Labor
December 3, 2024
Standardized screening finds more young children likely to have autism
Drexel University
November 14, 2024
Secretary Antony J. Blinken – Disability Rights as Foreign Policy
U.S. Department of State
November 4, 2024
National Family Caregivers Month
Administration for Community Living
November 1, 2024
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights to hold Public Briefing on the Federal Response to Teacher Shortage Impacts on Students with Disabilities
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
October 31, 2024
Celebrating Residents' Rights Month: Advocating for Dignity and Respect
Administration for Community Living
October 31, 2024
New Funding Opportunity for Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I
Administration for Community Living
October 28, 2024
Convening on Disability Measurement: A Powerful Next Step in an Ongoing Discussion
U.S. Census Bureau
October 28, 2024
New Funding Opportunities for Field Initiated Projects Program
Administration for Community Living
October 25, 2024
HHS, CSU Encourage Students to Join the Health Workforce
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
October 22, 2024
ACL Announces Supplemental Funding That Connects Its Programs Through the Bridging Aging and Disability Networks Grant
Administration for Community Living
October 21, 2024
Social Security Announces 2.5 Percent Benefit Increase for 2025
Social Security Administration
October 10, 2024
Implementing the APS Rule: New webinar series and continuing TA and training
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
ACL Announces Awards & Initiatives to Advance the National Strategy To Support Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
ACL Awards Switzer Research Fellowships
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
New Model Programs Added to Social Engagement Innovations Hub
Administration for Community Living
October 2, 2024
PCPID Delivers Report on Supporting People With Disabilities Through HCBS
Administration for Community Living
October 2, 2024
U.S. Department of Labor Announces $20 Million in Grants Available for Out-of-School Time Organizations to Increase Access to Good Job for Underserved Youth
U.S. Department of Labor
October 1, 2024
Helpful SSI Changes Reducing Customer Burden Take Effect
Social Security Administration
September 30, 2024
Department of Labor launches tool to provide workers with disabilities, employers ideas for workplace accommodations
Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy
September 30, 2024
ACL Awards 20 Field-Initiated Projects Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 30, 2024
ACL Awards Four Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 27, 2024
Biden-Harris Administration Releases Historic Guidance on Health Coverage Requirements for Children and Youth Enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
September 26, 2024
Letter to ACL Grantees on Section 504 Rule
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living
September 26, 2024
New Grant Expands Outreach and Professional Training in Behavioral Health for Aging Network
Administration for Community Living
September 25, 2024
Item of Interest: NIH funds effort to reduce health disparities for people with disabilities
National Institutes of Health
September 25, 2024
ACL Awards Six Rehabilitation Research and Training Center Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 23, 2024
House overwhelmingly passes Smith’s new legislation to provide robust funding and enhanced support for Americans with autism
U.S. Congressman Chris Smith
September 18, 2024
HHS Releases Progress Report on Federal Implementation of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 17, 2024
U.S. Department of Education Awards More Than $251 Million to Improve Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
September 10, 2024
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Lowers Mental Health Care Costs by Improving Access to Mental Health and Substance Use Care
The White House
September 9, 2024
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Treasury Issue Final Rules Strengthening Access to Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder Benefits
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 9, 2024
Alison Barkoff Announces Departure From HHS
Administration for Community Living
August 29, 2024
Social Security Administration Announces New Efforts to Simplify SSI Applications
Social Security Administration
August 27, 2024
HUD Takes Action to Support Community Living for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
August 27, 2024
ACL Awards $5 Million to Volunteer Program That Supports Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
August 27, 2024
CMS Releases Informational Bulletin to Promote Continuity of Coverage for Individuals Receiving Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
August 19, 2024
Biden-Harris Administration Awards Nearly $140 Million to Expand Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
August 14, 2024
The Implicit and Explicit Exclusion of People with Disabilities in Clinical Trials
National Council on Disability
August 14, 2024
Requirements and Considerations for the Provision of Out-of-State Services for the Benefit of VR Program Recipients
U.S. Department of Education
August 5, 2024
New Online Respite Care Provider Training for States and Communities
Administration for Community Living
August 1, 2024
Census Bureau to Meet with Stakeholders on Disability Data Needs
U.S. Census Bureau
July 31, 2024
Senator Collins' Bipartisan Bill to Support Autism Research, Training, and Services Passes Out of Committee
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
July 31, 2024
Justice Department to Publish Final Rule to Improve Access to Medical Care for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
July 26, 2024
Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Bolster Home Care Workforce
U.S. Senator Bob Casey
July 24, 2024
United States Attorney's Office Reaches Settlement to Reform Wayne County Jail
U.S. Department of Justice
July 15, 2024
Input Needed: Addition of “Care Workers” in Standard Occupational Classification
Administration for Community Living
July 12, 2024
CMS Call for Measures: HCBS Quality Measure Set Review
Administration for Community Living
July 12, 2024
CMS Releases 2024 Autism Infographic About Medicaid & Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Beneficiaries
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
July 11, 2024
Advancing Disability Research Through Community Engagement
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
July 9, 2024
New Core Grants Awarded to Three UCEDDs
Administration for Community Living
July 1, 2024
Release: Umbilical cord milking does not appear to increase risk of neurodevelopmental delay in non-vigorous infants
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
July 1, 2024
2024 NOFO: Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility (CCAM) National Technical Assistance Center
Federal Transit Administration
July 1, 2024
Digital Autism Screening Tool Could Enhance Early Identification
National Institute of Mental Health
June 13, 2024
ACL Announces Nearly $2 Million To Support State Implementation of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
June 11, 2024
Request for Information on Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability Equity
Office of Science and Technology Policy
May 30, 2024
HHS Releases FY 2019-2023 Report to Congress on Federal Autism Activities
Office of National Autism Coordination
May 29, 2024
Press Release: Bill Signed: H.R. 3935
The White House
May 16, 2024
Social Security to Expand Access to SSI Program by Updating Definition of a Public Assistance Household
Social Security Administration
May 9, 2024
Funding Opportunities for Disability Employment Research Projects
Administration for Community Living
May 2, 2024
HHS Finalizes Rule Strengthening Protections Against Disability Discrimination
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
May 1, 2024
Understanding the Underpinnings of Sensory Hypersensitivity in SCN2A-Associated Autism
National Institute of Mental Health
April 29, 2023
SAR-TAC Announces 2024-2025 Fellows
Administration for Community Living
April 29, 2024
HHS Issues New Rule to Strengthen Nondiscrimination Protections and Advance Civil Rights in Health Care
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
April 26, 2024
The National Caregiver Champion Collaborative Opens Registration
Administration for Community Living
April 26, 2024
Biden-Harris Administration Partners with States and Releases Data Recommendations to Strengthen the Direct Care Workforce
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
April 25, 2024
Accelerating Science to Improve Early Autism Screening
National Institute of Mental Health
April 23, 2023
Improving HCBS Access and Quality: Groundbreaking New Rule From CMS
Administration for Community Living
April 22, 2024
Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Final Rule (CMS-2442-F)
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
April 22, 2024
Federal Laws Protecting the Rights of Voters with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
April 18, 2024
Executive Order on Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers
The White House, President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
April 18, 2024
HHS Leadership Marks One-Year Anniversary of President Biden’s Care Executive Order
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
April 18, 2024
Social Security to Expand SSI Rental Subsidy Policy
Social Security Administration
April 17, 2024
Lawmakers push skills-based hiring for federal contractors
Federal News Network
April 10, 2024
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Highlights Substantial Progress on the President’s Care Agenda During Month of Action on Care
The White House
April 9, 2024
U.S. Department of Education Announces $236 Million in Available Grant Funding to Create a 21st Century Workforce of Youth and Adults with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
April 9, 2024
Justice Department to Publish Final Rule to Strengthen Web and Mobile App Access for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
April 8, 2024
Autism Acceptance Month: The Importance of Lived Experience Perspectives
Joshua A. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D., NIMH Director and Susan Daniels, Ph.D., HHS National Autism Coordinator and Director of the NIMH Office of National Autism Coordination
April 4, 2024
Secretary-General’s message on World Autism Awareness Day
United Nations Secretary General António Guterres
April 2, 2024
A Proclamation on World Autism Acceptance Day, 2024
The White House, President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
April 1, 2024
A World of Opportunities: Bridging I/DD and Mental Health Systems through The Link Center
Administration for Community Living
March 28, 2024
Social Security to Remove Barriers to Accessing SSI Payments
Social Security Administration
March 27, 2024
Biden-Harris Administration Builds on the Success of the Affordable Care Act by Streamlining Enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP Coverage
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
March 27, 2024
Request for Information: Advancing Public Participation and Community Engagement with the Federal Government
Office for Management and Budget
March 20, 2024
Release of the 2019-2020 IACC Autism Research Portfolio Analysis Report
Office of National Autism Coordination
March 7, 2024
ACL Releases NIDILRR FY 2021-2022 Organization Highlights Report
Administration for Community Living
March 7, 2024
Executive Order on Scaling and Expanding the Use of Registered Apprenticeships in Industries and the Federal Government and Promoting Labor-Management Forums
The White House
March 6, 2024
RERC on Technologies to Enhance Independence and Community Living Among People with Cognitive Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
March 5, 2024
Statement on the departure of National Institute of Mental Health Director Dr. Joshua Gordon
National Institutes of Health
February 29, 2024
Autism Research and Support Services: Federal Interagency Coordination and Monitoring Efforts Could Be Further Strengthened
Government Accountability Office
February 28, 2024
HHS Announces a Multi-Pronged Effort to Strengthen Direct Care Workforce
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
February 27, 2024
Justice Department Files Statement of Interest in Lawsuit Concerning Unnecessary Law Enforcement Responses to Mental Health Emergencies
U.S. Department of Justice
February 22, 2024
Persons with a Disability: Labor Force Characteristics – 2023
U.S. Department of Labor
February 22, 2024
The ICDR Announces the Launch of the Interagency Rehabilitation and Disability (IRAD) Research Portfolio
Interagency Committee on Disability Research
February 21, 2024
Chairs Rodgers and Guthrie Announce Legislative Hearing to Support Patients and Caregivers
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
House Votes to Ban Metric Used to Deny Care for People with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
Chair Rodgers Speaks on the House Floor to Protect Patients from Discrimination in Health Care
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
Next Steps on the American Community Survey Disability Questions
U.S. Census Bureau
February 6, 2024
NIDILRR Announces 2024-2028 Long-Range Plan
Administration for Community Living
January 30, 2024
AUCD Selects OHSU and CommunicationFIRST to Create National Partnership to Increase Use of AAC
Administration for Community Living
January 29, 2024
New Research Funding Opportunities for Minority-Serving Institutions
Administration for Community Living
January 23, 2024
Department of Education Releases Guidance To Increase Understanding of IDEA’s Assistive Technology Requirements
Administration for Community Living
January 23, 2024
Science Update: Altered fluid channels in the brain may be linked to diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, NIH-funded study suggests
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
January 9, 2024
OMB Releases Digital Accessibility Guidance
Administration for Community Living
January 9, 2024
GSA Issues Government-wide Section 508 Assessment to Congress
U.S. Access Board
January 02, 2024
Supporting Crisis Services to Serve Children and Adults With Cognitive Disabilities and Behavioral Health Conditions
Administration for Community Living
December 18, 2023
2022 IACC Summary of Advances Highlights New and Impactful Autism Research
Office of National Autism Coordination
December 12, 2023
FEMA Releases Updated Training Course on Including People with Disabilities in Disaster Operations
Administration for Community Living
December 12, 2023
FACT SHEET: Vice President Harris Announces that American Rescue Plan Investments in Home and Community-Based Care Services for Millions of Seniors and Americans with Disabilities Reach About $37 Billion Across All 50 States
The White House
December 11, 2023
Science Update: Pain experienced during newborn intensive care could influence preterm infants’ neurodevelopment, suggests NIH-funded study
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
December 1, 2023
A Proclamation on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 2023
The White House
December 1, 2023
Release of the 2022 HHS Report to Congress on Supportive Services for Individuals with Autism
Office of National Autism Coordination
November 29, 2023
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Updated Resource to Support the Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Programs
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
November 28, 2023
Contract Opportunity: Increasing Access to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Administration for Community Living
November 22, 2023
Department of Labor Announces Selection of 12 States, District of Columbia to Join Initiative Expanding Opportunities for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Labor
November 16, 2023
AHRQ Special Emphasis Notice on Health Services Research to Improve Healthcare for Persons Living with Disabilities
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
November 16, 2023
Monica Bertagnolli, M.D., takes the helm at NIH
National Institutes of Health
November 9, 2023
New Program: Helping States Increase Access to Housing-Related Services and Supports
Administration for Community Living
November 2, 2023
Developmental Disabilities (DD) Network Statement on the 60th Anniversary of the DD Act
Administration for Community Living
November 2, 2023
Secretary Becerra Named Chair of U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness; Announces $6.1 Million in New Measures on Affordable Housing and Support for Runaway Youth; Launches Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
November 1, 2023
National Family Caregivers Month 2023
Administration for Community Living
November 1, 2023
Justice Department Issues Guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act and Employment Services for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
October 31, 2023
Federal report examines, urges updates of federal programs' asset and income limits to assist economic health of Americans with disabilities
National Council on Disability
October 31, 2023
Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Bolster Home Care Workforce
U.S. Senator Bob Casey
October 24, 2023
ACL Seeks Participants for NIDILRR’s Second Annual Stakeholder Matchmaking Sessions
Administration for Community Living
October 18, 2023
Funding Opportunities for Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training & Field-Initiated Projects Programs
Administration for Community Living
October 17, 2023
HUD Announces $212 Million Funding Opportunity to Expand Affordable Housing Options for Persons with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
October 12, 2023
Social Security Announces 3.2 Percent Benefit Increase for 2024
Social Security Administration
October 12, 2023
Share Your Thoughts on NIH's Mission Statement
National Institutes of Health
October 11, 2023
ACL Awards Rehabilitation Research and Training Center Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
October 10, 2023
Supplemental Evidence and Data Request on Evidence Map on Home and Community Based Services
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
October 5, 2023
ACL Awards Switzer Research Fellowships
Administration for Community Living
October 5, 2023
Social Security Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi Directs Review of Overpayment Procedures and Policies
Social Security Administration
October 4, 2023
Digital autism screening tool shows promise in NIH-funded study
National Institutes of Health
October 2, 2023
A Proclamation on National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2023
The White House
September 29, 2023
New
2021-2023 IACC Strategic Plan
Highlights Needs Across the Full Range of Diversity of the Autism Community
Office of National Autism Coordination
September 28, 2023
NIH launches new initiative: Tackling Acquisition of Language in Kids (TALK)
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDHD)
September 28, 2023
Examining 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973- Advancing Access and Equity for individuals with disabilities
Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy
September 28, 2023
Words Matter, Actions Have Impact: Updating the NIH Mission Statement
NIH Director's Blog
September 28, 2023
HHS Announces Appointment of New IACC Members to Fill Vacancies
Office of National Autism Coordination
September 26, 2023
NIH Designates People With Disabilities as a Population With Health Disparities
National Institutes of Health
September 26, 2023
Statement from President Joe Biden on 50th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act
The White House
September 26, 2023
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Statement on the 50th Anniversary of Signing of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 26, 2023
U.S. Department of Education Awards More Than $35 Million to Develop Personnel in Support of Children with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
September 26, 2023
ACL Awards Three Longitudinal Data Collection Projects
Administration for Community Living
September 25, 2023
ACL Awards $3.6 Million to Improve Support for Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
September 20, 2023
Coverage for Half a Million Children and Families Will Be Reinstated Thanks to HHS’ Swift Action
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
September 15, 2023
HHS Invests $8 Million to Improve Health Care Access by Training New Physicians to Care for Individuals with Disabilities and Individuals with Limited English Proficiency
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 15, 2023
ACL Awards Center of Excellence to Align Health and Social Care
Administration for Community Living
September 12, 2023
Input needed: Proposed Regulations for APS Programs
Administration for Community Living
September 11, 2023
HHS Issues New Proposed Rule to Strengthen Prohibitions Against Discrimination on the Basis of a Disability in Health Care and Human Services Programs
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 7, 2023
U.S. Department of Labor Announces $7.5M Cooperative Agreement to Continue Support for Disabled Youth Employment Initiatives
U.S. Department of Labor
September 7, 2023
Letter to NIMHD Director Pérez-Stable regarding health disparity population designation
National Council on Disability
September 6, 2023
Examining 50 Years of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 – Section 503
U.S. Department of Labor
September 1, 2023
CMS Takes Action to Protect Health Care Coverage for Children and Families
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
August 30, 2023
Request for Information (RFI): Inviting Comments and Suggestions on Updating the NIH Mission Statement
National Institutes of Health
August 25, 2023
Expansion of the Rental Subsidy Policy for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Applicants and Recipients
Social Security Administration
August 24, 2023
Medicare and Medicaid Programs: CY 2024 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment, etc.
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
August 18, 2023
ACL Awards $2.9 Million for New Lifespan Respite Care Grants
Administration for Community Living
August 11, 2023
US Department Of Labor Announces More Than $69M Funding Available To Help Youth, Young Adults With Disabilities Connect With Good Jobs
U.S. Department of Labor
August 10, 2023
Employment and Education Services for Young Adults with Mental Health Conditions
U.S. Department of Labor
August 2023
Casey Introduces Bill to Expand Access to Savings Accounts for People with Disabilities
U.S. Senator Bob Casey
July 26, 2023
Updated EEOC Resource About the ADA and Individuals with Visual Disabilities at Work
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
July 26, 2023
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks at Program to Commemorate 33rd Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
U.S. Department of Justice
July 25, 2023
Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Treasury announce proposed rules to strengthen Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
July 25, 2023
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Make it Easier to Access In-Network Mental Health Care
The White House
July 25, 2023
Justice Department Advances Proposed Rule to Strengthen Web and Mobile App Access for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
July 25, 2023
U.S. Department of Education Strengthens Guidance to Improve Equal Educational Opportunity for Children with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
July 24, 2023
Inviting Input Regarding NIDCD’s Research Directions to Support Communication in Minimally Verbal/Non-Speaking People
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDHD)
July 10, 2023
ACL Awards New Grants to 17 UCEDDs
Administration for Community Living
July 6, 2023
Examining 50 Years of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 – Section 501
Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor
June 28, 2023
2023 Determination Letters on State Implementation of IDEA
U.S. Department of Education
June 26, 2023
New Defense Department Policy Standardizes Exceptional Family Member Program Across the Services
U.S. Department of Defense
June 23, 2023
HHS Marks 24th Anniversary of the Olmstead Decision
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
June 22, 2023
Commemorating the Olmstead Anniversary with Revitalized Enforcement Initiative
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
June 22, 2023
SSA Funding Opportunity on Employment of People with Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
June 14, 2023
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Tools to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Low-Income Seniors and People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
June 12, 2023
Enhancing autism research: diversifying cohorts, reducing disparities
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
June 2023
Dr. Susan Daniels Appointed National Autism Coordinator
May 18, 2023
Assistance to States for the Education of Children With Disabilities
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Department of Education
May 18, 2023
I/DD Counts National Summit Report Highlights Health Data as Equity Issue
Administration for Community Living
May 18, 2023
National Institute of Mental Health Strategic Plan for Research
Message from the Director
National Institute of Mental Health
May 17, 2023
Accessibility in the 21 Century: Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; National Institutes of Health
May 12, 2023
Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on Senate Confirmation of Glenna Wright-Gallo
U.S. Department of Education
May 10, 2023
US Department Of Labor Announces Funding Opportunity For Employer-Focused Disability Policy, Technical Assistance Center
U.S. Department of Labor
May 9, 2023
Reps. Cuellar, Meng, Fitzpatrick, and Molinaro Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Provide Skills Training for Caregivers of Children with Autism
U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar
April 28, 2023
Infants' Health Record Data May Improve Early Autism Screening
National Institute of Mental Health
April 27, 2023
HUD Seeks Public Comment on Potential Changes to Regulation Requiring Accessibility and Prohibiting Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in HUD-Assisted Programs
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
April 25, 2023
Executive Order on Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers
The White House
April 18, 2023
Expansion of ADDM Network Sites
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
April 14, 2023
Writing Respectfully: Person-First and Identity-First Language
National Institutes of Health
April 12, 2023
Autism Awareness Month: The Power of Community
Dr. Joshua Gordon, NIMH Director and IACC Chair
April 10, 2023
USAID Celebrates Autism Awareness Day and Vietnam Disabilities Day
United States Agency for International Development
April 7, 2023
Statement of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) on Proposed Changes to ACGME Program Requirements for Graduate Medical Education in Pediatrics
Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee
April 5, 2023
900 Oral health care provider viewpoints inform latest NCD recommendations on Medicaid, Medicare
National Council on Disability
April 5, 2023
2021 Summary of Advances
Highlights Notable Autism Research from 2021
Office of Autism Research Coordination
April 3, 2023
A Proclamation on World Autism Awareness Day, 2023
The White House, President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
March 31, 2023
ADDM Network Expands Surveillance to Identify Healthcare Needs and Transition Planning for Youth
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
March 27, 2023
Autism Prevalence Higher, According to Data from 11 ADDM Communities
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
March 24, 2023
Medicaid Data Show Wide Differences in Mental Health Care in the United States
National Institute of Mental Health
March 23, 2023
Senators Hassan and Shaheen Joins Colleagues in Introducing Bill to Begin Eliminating Home Care Services Waiting List
U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan
March 15, 2023
FDA approves first treatment for Rett Syndrome
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
March 13, 2023
A White House Roundtable With Young Black Leaders With Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
February 23, 2023
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration’s Work to Support Black Disabled Americans
The White House
February 23, 2023
Subminimum Wage Program: DOL Could Do More to Ensure Timely Oversight
Government Accountability Office
February 23, 2023
USAID Works to Expand Government of Vietnam's Support to Persons with Disabilities
United States Agency for International Development
February 17, 2023
Employment of People with Disabilities in Skilled Trade Professions
U.S. Department of Labor
February 13, 2023
Attention to Geometric Images May Offer Biomarker for Some Toddlers with Autism
National Institute of Mental Health
February 13, 2023
Science Update: Infants' cries may predict later developmental problems, NIH-funded study suggests
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
February 10, 2023
U.S. Attorney's Office Recovers $2 Million From Autism Therapy Provider for Alleged False Healthcare Claims in District’s Largest TRICARE Settlement
U.S. Department of Justice
February 10, 2023
Discipline Discussions: Our Discipline Policies Reflect Our Priorities
U.S. Department of Education
January 30, 2023
Department Of Labor Selects 10 States, District Of Columbia For National Effort To Expand Employment Opportunities, Outcomes For People With Disabilities
U.S. Department of Labor
January 26, 2023
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) Annual Report
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
January 17, 2023
NSF announces new AI institute
National Science Foundation
January 9, 2023
New Recommendations for Enhancing Disability Inclusion
National Institutes of Health
December 30, 2022
Grassley Bills to Support Crime Survivors, Assist Law Enforcement, Improve Government Accountability Included in Defense Spending Package
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley
December 15, 2022
The Biden-Harris Administration Promotes Access to Early Intervention Services for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
December 14, 2022
A Proclamation on International Day of Persons With Disabilities, 2022
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.
December 2, 2022
Launch of the WHO Global Report on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities
World Health Organization
December 2, 2022
U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights Announces Resolution of Investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia, Related to the Needs of Students with Disabilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic
U.S. Department of Education
November 30, 2022
47 Years Later, Are We Delivering on the Promise of IDEA?
U.S. Department of Education
November 29, 2022
Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center Fellowships Now Open for 2023 Projects
Administration for Community Living
November 28, 2022
Social Security Administration: Remote Service Delivery Increased during COVID-19, but More Could Be Done to Assist Vulnerable Populations
Government Accountability Office
November 17, 2022
New Funding Opportunities for Field Initiated Projects and Small Business Innovation Research Programs
Administration for Community Living
November 17, 2022
NCD urges HCBS strengthening, calls for 'Community Living Bias' in view of COVID-19 death toll
National Council on Disability
November 16, 2022
Department of Labor Initiative Finds Violations In 80% Of Care Industry Investigations; Recovers $28.6m For Nearly 25k Workers, Mostly Women
U.S. Department of Labor
November 16, 2022
Department of Education Sends Letter to State Directors of Special Education About Highly Mobile Children
U.S. Department of Education
November 15, 2022
ACL Announces Selected Participants of the Community Care Hub National Learning Community
Administration for Community Living
November 4, 2022
Feedback Wanted on NIDILRR 2024-2028 Long-Range Plan
Administration for Community Living
November 3, 2022
National Family Caregivers Month 2022
Administration for Community Living
November 1, 2022
ACL Awards Several Field Initiated Projects (FIP) Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
November 1, 2022
National Family Caregivers Month: November 2022
U.S. Census Bureau
November 2022
A Proclamation on National Family Caregivers Month, 2022
The White House
October 31, 2022
New Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program Funding Opportunities
Administration for Community Living
October 18, 2022
Social Security Announces 8.7 Percent Benefit Increase for 2023
Social Security Administration
October 14, 2022
Memorandum: Personnel Qualifications under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
U.S. Department of Education
October 14, 2022
ACL Awards Nearly $17.3 Million to Advance Equity and Inclusion for People with Disabilities and Older Adults
Administration for Community Living
October 13, 2022
Individuals With Disabilities Education Act Services Provided in Head Start Programs
U.S. Department of Education
October 11, 2022
ACL Now Accepting Comments on the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
October 1, 2022
Proclamation on National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2022
President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
September 30, 2022
Education Department Awards $177 Million in New Grants to Increase Competitive Integrated Employment for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
September 22, 2022
HHS Delivers First National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
September 21, 2022
Grassley, Klobuchar Push To Extend Law To Help Locate Missing Individuals With Autism And Alzheimer’s
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley
September 19, 2022
NIH Awards $100 Million for Autism Centers of Excellence Program
National Institute of Mental Health
September 6, 2022
Office of Special Education Programs Seeking Input: Prioritizing Equity
U.S. Department of Education
September 2, 2022
Biden-Harris Administration Proposes to Make Health Care Enrollment Easier for Millions of Americans
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
August 31, 2022
Final Segment of State Policy Roadmap for Family Caregivers Released
Administration for Community Living
August 25, 2022
HHS Expands Home and Community-Based Services in Five New States and Territories for Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
August 22, 2022
U.S. Department Of Labor Seeks To Help State, Local Governments Expand Competitive Integrated Employment For People With Disabilities
U.S. Department of Labor
August 16, 2022
ACL Announces Final Rule that Advances Equity in NIDILRR Peer Review Criteria
Administration for Community Living
August 15, 2022
ACL Awards Three New Lifespan Respite Care Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
August 12, 2022
CMS Offers Roadmap for States to Help Connect Children with Complex Medical Conditions to Critical Medicaid Services
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
August 1, 2022
On 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, HUD Awards Over $36 Million in Mainstream Vouchers and Fees to Support Community Living for People With Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
July 27, 2022
Proclamation on the Anniversary Of The Americans With Disabilities Act
President Joseph R. Biden
July 25, 2022
As ADA reaches 32nd anniversary, Casey introduces bills to ensure people with disabilities are not sidelined from running for and serving in local government
U.S. Senator Bob Casey
July 25, 2022
U.S. AbilityOne Commission Ends Payment of Subminimum Wages on AbilityOne Contracts
U.S. AbilityOne Commission
July 21, 2022
New Guidance Helps Schools Support Students with Disabilities and Avoid Discriminatory Use of Discipline
U.S. Department of Education, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
July 19, 2022
Protecting the Rights of Workers with Disabilities and Advancing Competitive Integrated Employment
U.S. Department of Labor
July 11, 2022
DOT Announces First-Ever Bill of Rights for Passengers with Disabilities, Calls on Airlines to Seat Families Together Free of Charge
U.S. Department of Transportation
July 8, 2022
To Mark Disability Pride Month and the 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, HUD Reaffirms Its Commitment to Community Living for Individuals with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
July 1, 2022
Serving LGBTQI+ People with Disabilities and Older Adults
Administration for Community Living
June 30, 2022
OSERS Issues 2022 State Implementation of IDEA Determination Letters
U.S. Department of Education, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
June 28, 2022
Justice Department Finds Maine in Violation of ADA For Over-Institutionalization of Children with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
June 22, 2022
US Department of Labor To Recognize Importance Of Disability, Equity In Workforce During National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2022
U.S. Department of Labor
June 22, 2022
Justice Department Secures Groundbreaking Settlement Agreement with Meta Platforms, Formerly Known as Facebook, to Resolve Allegations of Discriminatory Advertising
U.S. Department of Justice
June 21, 2022
US Department of Labor Issues Guidance on Law Limiting Subminimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities, Takes Decisive Action to Enforce the Law
U.S. Department of Labor
June 16, 2022
Pallone And Eshoo Applaud House Passage Of FDA User Fees Reauthorization Package
Congressman Frank Pallone and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo
June 8, 2022
Senators Collins, Menendez Introduce Bill to Train, Support Autism Caregivers
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
June 7, 2022
Role of brain development in hereditary autism spectrum disorder
National Institutes of Health
June 7, 2022
2020 IACC Summary of Advances
Highlights New and Impactful Autism Research
Office of Autism Research Coordination
June 7, 2022
Seeking Grant Reviewers with Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
June 3, 2022
HHS Extends American Rescue Plan Spending Deadline for States to Expand and Enhance Home- and Community-Based Services for People with Medicaid
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
June 3, 2022
Changes in brain’s visual areas in infancy may precede autism diagnosis
National Institutes of Health
May 26, 2022
NCD Report Recommends Congressional Action on Federal Benefits for Americans with Disabilities in U.S. Territories
National Council on Disability
May 25, 2022
U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights Reaches Agreement to Resolve Restraint and Seclusion Compliance Review of Horry County Schools in South Carolina
U.S. Department of Education
May 24, 2022
Education Department Hosted Virtual Summit, Announced New Efforts and Resources for Supporting Mental Health and Students with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
May 23, 2022
Brown, Colleagues Call For GAO Study Into The Barriers Americans With Disabilities Face Accessing Healthcare
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown
May 20, 2022
Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, and Disability Discrimination in Hiring
ADA.gov, U.S. Department of Justice
May 12, 2022
RCC Partners to Pay $30,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
May 10, 2022
U.S. Department of Education Announces Intent to Strengthen and Protect Rights for Students with Disabilities by Amending Regulations Implementing Section 504
U.S. Department of Education
May 6, 2022
Brown, Portman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Reform Supplemental Security Income Program To Stop Punishing Americans For Saving For Emergencies
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown
May 3, 2022
Three New Funding Opportunities for Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers Addressing Equity from NIDILRR
Administration for Community Living
April 29, 2022
Office for Civil Rights Reaches Resolution Agreement with Nation’s Second Largest School District, Los Angeles Unified, to Meet Needs of Students with Disabilities during COVID-19 Pandemic
U.S. Department of Education
April 28, 2022
Research Along the Autism Spectrum: Diverse Research to Meet Diverse Needs
Dr. Joshua Gordon, NIMH Director and IACC Chair
April 27, 2022
Funding Opportunity for Increasing Capacity to Serve Individuals with Co-Occurring Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
April 27, 2022
Bringing Lessons from Autism IT Initiatives to Everyone
U.S. Department of Labor
April 25, 2022
Biden-Harris Administration Releases Recommendations for Advancing Use of Equitable Data
President Joseph R. Biden
April 22, 2022
Multistage Autism Screening in Early Intervention Settings May Reduce Disparities
National Institute on Mental Health
April 21, 2022
Vaccinating Children with Disabilities
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
April 19, 2022
Social Security Administration Releases Equity Action Plan
Social Security Administration
April 14, 2022
Justice Department Issues Guidance on Protections for People with Opioid Use Disorder under the Americans with Disabilities Act
U.S. Department of Justice
April 5, 2022
U.N. Secretary-General Statement for World Autism Awareness Day
UN Secretary General António Guterres
April 2, 2022
A Proclamation on World Autism Awareness Day, 2022
President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
April 1, 2022
Former Employees of Beaver County Health Care Facility Indicted on Federal Hate Crime Charges Related to Alleged Assaults Against Disabled Residents
U.S. Department of Justice
March 25, 2022
Letter from U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel A. Cardona, Ed.D
U.S. Department of Education
March 24, 2022
Department of Justice Issues Web Accessibility Guidance Under the ADA
U.S. Department of Justice
March 21, 2022
Education Department Launches Historic Real Pay for Real Jobs Initiative for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Education
March 18, 2022
President Biden Announces Key Appointments to the President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
March 11, 2022
ACL Announces Call for Nominations for Two Advisory Councils
Administration for Community Living
March 11, 2022
Brown, Wyden, Casey Urge Social Security Administration To Create A Beneficiary Advocate Position
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown
March 9, 2022
NCD report finds a return on investment for offering Medicaid dental care for adults with I/DD
National Council on Disability
March 9, 2022
Justice Department Finds that Colorado Violates the Americans with Disabilities Act
U.S. Department of Justice
March 3, 2022
CDC Adds IDD To List Of Conditions At Increased Risk From COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
March 3, 2022
Q&A on Serving Children with Disabilities Placed by Their Parents in Private Schools
U.S. Department of Education
February 28, 2022
Fact Sheet: Biden Administration Announces New Actions to Address Needs of People with Disabilities and Older Adults in Response to and Recovery from COVID-19
The White House
February 24, 2022
Child Welfare: HHS Should Facilitate Information Sharing Between States to Help Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Residential Facilities
Government Accountability Office
February 23, 2022
Providing Students with Disabilities Free Appropriate Public Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Addressing the Need for Compensatory Services Under Section 504
U.S. Department of Education
February 16, 2022
NCD announces policymaker blueprint for health equity for people with disabilities
National Council on Disability
February 14, 2022
ACL Announces Jill Jacobs as Commissioner for the Administration on Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
February 14, 2022
Machine Learning Study Sheds Light on Gaze Patterns in Adults With Autism
National Institute of Mental Health
February 11, 2022
CDC Updates Its Developmental Milestones Checklist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
February 8, 2022
Person-Centered Practices Resources
Administration for Community Living
February 7, 2022
Two New Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects Program Funding Opportunities from NIDILRR
Administration for Community Living
February 7, 2022
FAQs for Healthcare Providers during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency: Federal Civil Rights Protections for Individuals with Disabilities under Section 504 and Section 1557
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
February 4, 2022
In Speech, Education Secretary Calls For Increased Funding For IDEA
U.S. Department of Education
January 27, 2022
U.S. Departments Of Labor, Health And Human Services, Treasury Issue 2022 Mental Health Parity And Addiction Equity Act Report To Congress
U.S. Department of Labor
January 25, 2022
Department Submits the 43rd Annual Report to Congress on Nation’s Progress Related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
U.S. Department of Education
January 24, 2022
The Department of Health and Human Services releases
Report to Congress
Office of Autism Research Coordination
January 14, 2022
Readout of Dr. Walensky’s call with Disability Advocacy Groups and Allies
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
January 14, 2022
ACL begins awarding $150M to expand the aging and disability networks' public health workforce
Administration on Community Living
January 13, 2022
Stressful Life Events Among Children Aged 5–17 Years by Disability Status: United States, 2019
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
January 2022
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