Feds Seek To Revamp Rules Related To Disability Housing
For the first time in decades, federal officials are planning to update rules prohibiting disability discrimination in housing and they’re looking for input. The post Feds Seek To Revamp Rules…
Delayed By World Events, Special Olympics Resumes Global Competition
For the first time in years, thousands of athletes with developmental disabilities from around the world will come together to compete in swimming, gymnastics, tennis and much more. The post…
In First, CDC Issues Data On Teens With Autism
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting for the first time on its efforts to expand tracking of children with autism to include teens on the spectrum. The…
Justice Department Weighs In On Web Accessibility
For the first time in nearly two decades, federal officials are issuing guidance on how the Americans with Disabilities Act applies online. The post Justice Department Weighs In On Web…
CDC Adds IDD To List Of Conditions At Increased Risk From COVID-19
Nearly two years into the pandemic, the CDC is for the first time acknowledging that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have an elevated risk of severe disease from COVID-19.…
Model With Down Syndrome Is First For Victoria’s Secret
For the first time, a model with Down syndrome is one of the faces representing lingerie staple Victoria’s Secret. The post Model With Down Syndrome Is First For Victoria’s Secret…
IRS Raises Limit For ABLE Accounts
For the first time in four years, the amount of money that people with disabilities can save without jeopardizing eligibility for government benefits is rising. The post IRS Raises Limit…
New Standards Finalized For Postsecondary Programs
For the first time, accreditation standards are in place that are intended to be used as a baseline to assess the hundreds of postsecondary programs across the nation serving students…
Federal Autism Committee To Reconvene After Going Dark For 2 Years
For the first time in years, a federal panel tasked with guiding the nation’s priorities on autism is set to meet. The post Federal Autism Committee To Reconvene After Going…
Nation’s Pediatricians Told To Look Out For Abuse Of Kids With Disabilities
For the first time in more than a decade, pediatricians are getting new guidance on how to identify and address maltreatment of children with disabilities. The post Nation’s Pediatricians Told…