In recent informal guidance letter, Letter to Chambers, the U.S. Department of Education- Office of Special Education (OSEP), stated that local school districts could include best teaching practices, that are… Read More
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U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) Releases Report on Transition Services for High School Students with Disabilities
In a detailed study of transition services available for students with disabilities, the GAO found that there multiple federal programs available from several federal government agencies including the U.S. Departments… Read More
Important Safety Resources
Disability.gov has resources and tips, including fire safety information, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) approved shelters, and emergency preparedness resources, so people with disabilities can remain safe. For more information,… Read More
Congress Will Be Considering The Keeping All Children Safe Act, Legislation To Prevent The Use Of Seclusion And Restraint In Schools
Congress will be considering the Keeping All Children Safe Act, legislation to prevent the use of seclusion and restraint in schools Please contact Connecticut’s U.S. Senators and U.S. Representatives to… Read More
U.S. Department of Education Issues A Review of Connecticut’s Department of Education’s Compliance With The IDEA
U.S. Department of Education issued a letter on June 27th reviewing Connecticut’s compliance with the the IDEA Part B. The Department’s letter, the State Performance Plan, and Annual Performance Report… Read More
Information for Young People with Disabilities Interested in Federal Government Jobs (Disability.gov and FindYouthInfo.gov)
Disability.gov and FindYouthInfo.Gov have offered tips for young people with disabilities interested in federal government jobs. Schedule A hiring in the federal government is a quick way for employers to… Read More
Senator Richard Blumenthal Participates in Disability Workforce Summit (Public-Private Initiative)
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) participated in a disability workplace summit with Congressman Pete Sessions (R-Texas), Governor Jack Markell (D-IA), Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) at a Walgreens facility. There were several… Read More
U.S. Department of Justice Settles Housing Discrimination Lawsuit for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice has settled a housing discrimination lawsuit for people with disabilities. Although it was settled in Texas, it has nation-wide implications to ensure that all newly constructed… Read More
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requires Video Description Narration for Television Programs
According to Disability.gov, new accommodations have been put into place to allow for video description narration on television programs by the FCC. For more information, please visit the Federal Communications… Read More
USA.GOV has Created a Page for Health Services in Your Community
Usa.gov has created a campaign called HELP in difficult financial times. The Health Services in Your Community Page is part of this campaign. It helps people find affordable doctors, clinics,… Read More