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Tax Misclassification: Lost Employment Benefits for Disabled Workers
National Council on Disability
March 6, 2025
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Social Security Slashes Cooperative Agreements
Social Security Administration
February 21, 2025
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Long-Term Services and Supports Reform
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation
January 16, 2025
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Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability
The White House
January 2025
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Supporting the Direct Care Workforce: A Report to Congress
U.S. Department of Labor
January 2025
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SIGNED INTO LAW: The Think Differently Database Act
U.S. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill
January 9, 2025
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Justice Department Reaches Agreement with Nevada to Ensure Children with Behavioral Health Disabilities Can Live in Their Homes and Communities
U.S. Department of Justice
January 3, 2025
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Justice Department Finds State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City and Oklahoma City Police Department Discriminate Against People with Behavioral Health Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
January 3, 2025
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Senator Collins' Autism CARES Act Signed into Law
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
December 30, 2024
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Apply for NIDILRR's FIP Program: Minority-Serving Institutions
Administration for Community Living
December 26, 2024
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ABLE Act – 10 Years of Progress for People With Disabilities
Social Security Administration
December 19, 2024
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Indiana Made at Least $56 Million in Improper Fee-for-Service Medicaid Payments for Applied Behavior Analysis Provided to Children Diagnosed With Autism
Office of Inspector General
December 19, 2024
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Secretary Buttigieg Announces Sweeping Protections for Airline Passengers with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Transportation
December 16, 2024
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Request for Information on Disability Health Research
National Institutes of Health
December 12, 2024
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Science Update: Potential screening method for autism spectrum disorder analyzes movements, NICHD study suggests
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
December 11, 2024
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Senator Collins’ Bipartisan Bill to Expand Autism Research, Training, and Services Passes Senate
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
December 3, 2024
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20 Years After the 2004 Reauthorization of the IDEA
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Blog, U.S. Department of Education
December 3, 2024
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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
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National Family Caregivers Month
Administration for Community Living
November 1, 2024
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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
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Celebrating Residents' Rights Month: Advocating for Dignity and Respect
Administration for Community Living
October 31, 2024
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New Funding Opportunity for Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase I
Administration for Community Living
October 28, 2024
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New Funding Opportunities for Field Initiated Projects Program
Administration for Community Living
October 25, 2024
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HHS, CSU Encourage Students to Join the Health Workforce
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
October 22, 2024
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ACL Announces Supplemental Funding That Connects Its Programs Through the Bridging Aging and Disability Networks Grant
Administration for Community Living
October 21, 2024
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Social Security Announces 2.5 Percent Benefit Increase for 2025
Social Security Administration
October 10, 2024
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Implementing the APS Rule: New webinar series and continuing TA and training
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
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ACL Announces Awards & Initiatives to Advance the National Strategy To Support Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
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ACL Awards Switzer Research Fellowships
Administration for Community Living
October 3, 2024
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New Model Programs Added to Social Engagement Innovations Hub
Administration for Community Living
October 2, 2024
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PCPID Delivers Report on Supporting People With Disabilities Through HCBS
Administration for Community Living
October 2, 2024
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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
ALTHERE
Statement by NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan
National Science Foundation
October 1, 2024
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Helpful SSI Changes Reducing Customer Burden Take Effect
Social Security Administration
September 30, 2024
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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
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ACL Awards 20 Field-Initiated Projects Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 30, 2024
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ACL Awards Four Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 27, 2024
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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
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Letter to ACL Grantees on Section 504 Rule
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living
September 26, 2024
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New Grant Expands Outreach and Professional Training in Behavioral Health for Aging Network
Administration for Community Living
September 25, 2024
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Item of Interest: NIH funds effort to reduce health disparities for people with disabilities
National Institutes of Health
September 25, 2024
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ACL Awards Six Rehabilitation Research and Training Center Program Grants
Administration for Community Living
September 23, 2024
U.S. Congress
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
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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
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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
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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
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Alison Barkoff Announces Departure From HHS
Administration for Community Living
August 29, 2024
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Social Security Administration Announces New Efforts to Simplify SSI Applications
Social Security Administration
August 27, 2024
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HUD Takes Action to Support Community Living for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
August 27, 2024
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ACL Awards $5 Million to Volunteer Program That Supports Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
August 27, 2024
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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
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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
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The Implicit and Explicit Exclusion of People with Disabilities in Clinical Trials
National Council on Disability
August 14, 2024
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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
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New Online Respite Care Provider Training for States and Communities
Administration for Community Living
August 1, 2024
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Census Bureau to Meet with Stakeholders on Disability Data Needs
U.S. Census Bureau
July 31, 2024
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Senator Collins' Bipartisan Bill to Support Autism Research, Training, and Services Passes Out of Committee
U.S. Senator Susan Collins
July 31, 2024
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Justice Department to Publish Final Rule to Improve Access to Medical Care for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
July 26, 2024
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Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Bolster Home Care Workforce
U.S. Senator Bob Casey
July 24, 2024
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United States Attorney's Office Reaches Settlement to Reform Wayne County Jail
U.S. Department of Justice
July 15, 2024
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Input Needed: Addition of “Care Workers” in Standard Occupational Classification
Administration for Community Living
July 12, 2024
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CMS Call for Measures: HCBS Quality Measure Set Review
Administration for Community Living
July 12, 2024
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CMS Releases 2024 Autism Infographic About Medicaid & Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Beneficiaries
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
July 11, 2024
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Advancing Disability Research Through Community Engagement
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
July 9, 2024
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New Core Grants Awarded to Three UCEDDs
Administration for Community Living
July 1, 2024
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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
Federal Transit Administration
2024 NOFO: Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility (CCAM) National Technical Assistance Center
Federal Transit Administration
July 1, 2024
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Digital Autism Screening Tool Could Enhance Early Identification
National Institute of Mental Health
June 13, 2024
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ACL Announces Nearly $2 Million To Support State Implementation of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
Administration for Community Living
June 11, 2024
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HHS Releases FY 2019-2023 Report to Congress on Federal Autism Activities
Office of National Autism Coordination
May 29, 2024
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Press Release: Bill Signed: H.R. 3935
The White House
May 16, 2024
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Social Security to Expand Access to SSI Program by Updating Definition of a Public Assistance Household
Social Security Administration
May 9, 2024
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Funding Opportunities for Disability Employment Research Projects
Administration for Community Living
May 2, 2024
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HHS Finalizes Rule Strengthening Protections Against Disability Discrimination
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
May 1, 2024
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Understanding the Underpinnings of Sensory Hypersensitivity in SCN2A-Associated Autism
National Institute of Mental Health
April 29, 2023
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SAR-TAC Announces 2024-2025 Fellows
Administration for Community Living
April 29, 2024
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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
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The National Caregiver Champion Collaborative Opens Registration
Administration for Community Living
April 26, 2024
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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
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Accelerating Science to Improve Early Autism Screening
National Institute of Mental Health
April 23, 2023
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Improving HCBS Access and Quality: Groundbreaking New Rule From CMS
Administration for Community Living
April 22, 2024
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Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Final Rule (CMS-2442-F)
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
April 22, 2024
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Federal Laws Protecting the Rights of Voters with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice
April 18, 2024
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Executive Order on Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers
The White House, President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
April 18, 2024
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HHS Leadership Marks One-Year Anniversary of President Biden’s Care Executive Order
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
April 18, 2024
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Social Security to Expand SSI Rental Subsidy Policy
Social Security Administration
April 17, 2024
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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
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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
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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
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Secretary-General’s message on World Autism Awareness DayGo to website disclaimer
United Nations Secretary General António Guterres
April 2, 2024
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A Proclamation on World Autism Acceptance Day, 2024
The White House, President Joseph R. Biden Jr.
April 1, 2024
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A World of Opportunities: Bridging I/DD and Mental Health Systems through The Link Center
Administration for Community Living
March 28, 2024
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Social Security to Remove Barriers to Accessing SSI Payments
Social Security Administration
March 27, 2024
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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
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Request for Information: Advancing Public Participation and Community Engagement with the Federal Government
Office for Management and Budget
March 20, 2024
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Release of the 2019-2020 IACC Autism Research Portfolio Analysis Report
Office of National Autism Coordination
March 7, 2024
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ACL Releases NIDILRR FY 2021-2022 Organization Highlights Report
Administration for Community Living
March 7, 2024
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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
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RERC on Technologies to Enhance Independence and Community Living Among People with Cognitive Disabilities
Administration for Community Living
March 5, 2024
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Statement on the departure of National Institute of Mental Health Director Dr. Joshua Gordon
National Institutes of Health
February 29, 2024
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Autism Research and Support Services: Federal Interagency Coordination and Monitoring Efforts Could Be Further Strengthened
Government Accountability Office
February 28, 2024
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HHS Announces a Multi-Pronged Effort to Strengthen Direct Care Workforce 
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
February 27, 2024
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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
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Persons with a Disability: Labor Force Characteristics – 2023
U.S. Department of Labor
February 22, 2024
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The ICDR Announces the Launch of the Interagency Rehabilitation and Disability (IRAD) Research Portfolio
Interagency Committee on Disability Research
February 21, 2024
Energy and Commerce
Chairs Rodgers and Guthrie Announce Legislative Hearing to Support Patients and Caregivers
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
Energy and Commerce
House Votes to Ban Metric Used to Deny Care for People with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
Energy and Commerce
Chair Rodgers Speaks on the House Floor to Protect Patients from Discrimination in Health Care
Committee on Energy and Commerce
February 7, 2024
U.S. Census Bureau
Next Steps on the American Community Survey Disability Questions
U.S. Census Bureau
February 6, 2024
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NIDILRR Announces 2024-2028 Long-Range Plan
Administration for Community Living
January 30, 2024
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AUCD Selects OHSU and CommunicationFIRST to Create National Partnership to Increase Use of AAC
Administration for Community Living
January 29, 2024
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Department of Education Releases Guidance To Increase Understanding of IDEA’s Assistive Technology Requirements
Administration for Community Living
January 23, 2024
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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
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OMB Releases Digital Accessibility Guidance
Administration for Community Living
January 9, 2024
US Access Board
GSA Issues Government-wide Section 508 Assessment to Congress
U.S. Access Board
January 02, 2024

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