Disability Advocacy

On January 4, Texans joined communities around the world in recognizing World Braille Day, a global observance that honors the enduring importance of braille in literacy, education, employment, and independence

A Recognition Rooted in Service and Advocacy Earlier this week, Easterseals in Evansville, IN, announced that State Rep. Tim O’Brien has been selected as its Legislator of the Year, highlighting

A Celebration of Inclusion in the Great Outdoors This Saturday, November 8, 2025, Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, Texas, will transform into a haven of accessibility, discovery, and

Celebrating the Spirit of Determination Today, Texas celebrates Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Day — a recognition established by the 2023 Blake Pyron Act — honoring the business owners whose innovation and

Every October 15, Texans join people across the nation to celebrate White Cane Day, honoring the independence, safety, and confidence that the white cane represents for people who are blind

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the 10th annual Texas HireAbility campaign, a statewide initiative led by the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities in partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission

Arizona lawmakers are sounding the alarm after controversial disability assessment policies officially took effect on October 1, despite widespread pushback from families and service providers. Lawmakers Call for a Return

Families across Minnesota raising children with disabilities will soon have greater access to critical support, thanks to new bipartisan legislation. During the 2025 legislative session, Senator Jordan Rasmusson authored Senate

This year marks a milestone anniversary for one of Texas’s most enduring advocates for accessibility and inclusion. The Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD), established in 1950, is