This assault on voting rights and democracy in Texas cannot go unchallenged. We urge the court to strike down the barriers to voting that these new illegal restrictions impose. Continue reading “New Texas Voting Law Brings On Federal Lawsuit Asserting Violation of ADA and More”
Written by Steven Aleman, Attorney and Education Policy Specialist for DRTx State lawmakers met in Austin for the 87th Legislature in 2021. Among other public school issues, they addressed the… Continue reading “New State Law Regarding Behavioral Intervention Plans”
This guide provides information about Certificates of Medical Examination (CME) in Texas and the need to evaluate supports and services that allow for less restrictive alternatives to guardianship. Continue reading “CMEs and Guardianship in Texas”
Disability Rights Texas is able to provide the programs and services that we do because of the help of our generous supporters. Each donation received directly helps DRTx work to… Continue reading “Annual Donor Recognition Program”
Special Guest Presenter: Dustin Rynders, Disability Rights Texas Parents will learn more about deciding when to “disagree” at an ARD meeting and about their options for resolving disputes or concerns… Continue reading “Should I File a Complaint? If so, Which Kind?”
Special Guest Presenter: Lorna Salgado, M. Ed., Inclusive Services Consultant, Region 10 ESC Your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) outlines the services and supports your child will receive. Once this… Continue reading “IEP Implementation & Monitoring Tips for Parents”
Special Guest Presenter: Dr. Michelle Simmons, West Texas A&M University Center for Learning Disabilities A student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is one of the most critical components to educating a… Continue reading “What Should be in My Child’s IEP? An Overview of the Required Components of an IEP”
This handout answers questions related to concerns you might have about how a situation is being handled at your child’s school. Learn how to report your concerns and how to decide if you need help from an attorney. Continue reading “What is a Grievance, and How Do I File One?”
Students with disabilities that go on to postsecondary education may have questions about admissions, accommodations, disclosing their disability, and more. This handout answers many of the questions that could come up before and during a student’s postsecondary experience. Continue reading “Beyond High School: Your Rights at College, Trade School, and More”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 22, 2020 CONTACT: Edie Surtees, Communications Director, 512-407-2739, esurtees@drtx.org Laurel Goodroe, Communications Specialist, 832-681-8215, lgoodroe@drtx.org Advocacy Groups and Five Individuals File Discrimination Complaint Over… Continue reading “Federal Complaint Says North Texas Rationing of Care Guidelines Leave People with Disabilties at Grave Risk”