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Federal Court Strikes Down Restrictive, Suppressive Texas Voting Measures in S.B. 1 that Limited Voting Assistance

October 16, 2024November 12, 2024 | News

Media Contacts: The Arc, dilworth@thearc.org LDF, media@naacpldf.org Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., inquiries@deltasigmatheta.org ArentFox Schiff, nathan.carlile@afslaw.com Ray Shackelford, rshackelford@haul.org The Arc of the United States, along with The Arc of […]

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Close the Gaps: People With Disabilities Are a Special Medically Underserved Population

October 16, 2024November 12, 2024 | News

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face issues with not having access to the health care they need throughout their lifespan. There are millions of children with IDD across […]

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Woman showing the camera a sticker that says "I voted today". Overlay text reads "Don't forget to vote Tues, Nov. 5th"

Assisting Voters with Disabilities: A Guide for Election Day

October 15, 2024October 10, 2024 | Blog

  Ensuring that every citizen can exercise their right to vote independently and with dignity is crucial in any democratic society. For voters with disabilities, polling places are equipped with […]

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Equal Lives, Equal Rights: Challenging Organ Transplant Discrimination Against People With Disabilities

September 27, 2024October 10, 2024 | News

Over 100,000 individuals in the United States are waiting for an organ transplant, including many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Thousands of people die each year waiting for […]

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Proposed Policy Changes for EVV in Michigan Medicaid: What You Need To Know

EVV & Michigan Medicaid Policy Changes: What To Know

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 | Blog,News

Michigan Medicaid Policy Changes for EVV Proposed: What You Need to Know   The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) plans to update Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) policies […]

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The Ultimate Back-To-School Guide for Families of Children With Disabilities

August 6, 2024August 19, 2024 | News

The excitement of a new school year is in the air! For parents of children with disabilities, this time brings unique challenges and opportunities. At The Arc, we know that […]

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Understanding the Fight to Protect People With Intellectual Disability From Execution

August 5, 2024August 5, 2024 | News

The Arc of the United States, along with our partners, recently filed an amicus brief in a critical case before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Ex Parte Blaine Milam. […]

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Empowering Through Technology: Major Initiative to Boost Digital Skills for Disabled Communities

July 31, 2024August 5, 2024 | News

The Arc and AT&T launch $850,000 collaboration to boost technology skills through accessible digital skills training Imagine not being able to apply for jobs, access healthcare, or connect with loved […]

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Advocates Fight to Protect Texas Man With Intellectual Disability from Execution

July 18, 2024August 5, 2024 | News

In a new amicus brief, The Arc, Disability Rights Texas, and AAIDD urge Texas court to follow science, not stereotypes WASHINGTON, DC – In a critical death penalty case, The […]

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Paralympic Swimmer Lawrence Sapp: Defying Expectations About IDD

July 18, 2024August 5, 2024 | News

From an early age, Lawrence Sapp found his calling in swimming. His parents enrolled him on a summer swim team at just 5 years old, hoping it would help their […]

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