Progress for People with Disabilities | 2023 Legislative Roundup

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December 20, 2024

This has been a year of growth and some monumental achievements for Rhode Island's disability community.

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June 22, 2023

This year we managed to secure more funding for adults with disabilities. We have accomplished a lot in just four years and have taken massive strides forward.

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June 22, 2023

People impacted by S0782 & H5987 made their voice heard on Thursday. These bills impact over 100,000 Rhode Islanders including:

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May 9, 2023

Over 200 Rhode Islanders filled the State House on Thursday. All supporting the passage of S0782 & H5987. These bills:

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January 24, 2023

We had a clear goal of doing two things: 1) Spreading the message that people with disabilities belong in everyday life. 2) Leading the charge to get meaningful

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December 14, 2022

We need more disability allies. Disability allies are people who are ready to learn, listen and support. We think the photo below from the CDC

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October 18, 2022

One in four Rhode Islanders have a disability. Everyone has the right to equal access voting. This is protected by The Help America Vot

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July 8, 2022

Since 1990, Disability Pride Month has been celebrated across the United States each July. In fact, the first disability pride parade was that year in Boston.

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June 17, 2022

On Thursday, June 16 the House of Representatives passed a new state budget in a 61-9 vote that will have a monumental impact on children and adults

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May 20, 2022

The Community Provider Network of Rhode Island (CPNRI) and the Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) and are releasing a joint statement

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May 10, 2022

ass H7180 and S2311 is gaining. However, the deadline to get these bills passed is quickly approaching. Rhode Island lawmakers will likely wrap up session

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