Staff Blog
Read the latest blog posts from Disability Rights Texas staff.
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August 14, 2026
This information, originally shared in our Back to School newsletter, will help you start off the new school year with the info you need for your child to succeed. And …
August 12, 2026
It’s been 10 years since the illegal cap on special education in Texas was exposed. Here’s what happened and where things are today. A decade ago, Disability Rights Texas engaged …
July 3, 2026
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness (PAIMI) Program Public Forum On August 11-13, 2026, representatives from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and …
July 2, 2026
Freedom. Choice. Dignity. Power. We use these words often when we talk about disability rights. And we’ve probably all heard these words more frequently in the past few weeks as …
June 25, 2026
Severe weather doesn’t take time off in Texas and summer is no exception. In the past few months alone, the state has seen all types of hazardous weather, including extreme …
June 18, 2026
This summer, 10 law school and undergraduate students are completing internships with Disability Rights Texas. Thank you to all of the interns who are with us this summer. Learn more …
June 9, 2026
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, we’re reflecting on the values of freedom, equality, and opportunity. Our new t-shirt – The Promise of Freedom Is for Everyone – is a …
May 15, 2026
People with mental health conditions are often among the most vulnerable in society. Many may not be able to advocate for themselves due to the nature of their condition or …
May 4, 2026
If you think your child’s education rights are being violated, you can try to get the issue resolved by filing a complaint. Local Level Grievance When the school district has …
April 21, 2026
You may know that April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, but did you know that people with disabilities experience sexual assault at alarmingly high rates? Every person has the fundamental …