Politics & Law
Ed Department Unleashes $144 Million For Special Education
The Trump administration will send millions more to states to support students with disabilities — in some cases allowing IDEA funds to assist children before they're even born.
Flag At US Capitol Honors 22-Year-Old Who Died At Day Program
An American flag will be flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of a man with autism who died after falling from a third-floor window while attending a state-certified day habilitation program.
One Man Has Filed 1,800 ADA Lawsuits. Store Owners Are Fed Up
A handful of people mostly represented by the same law firm are responsible for suing thousands of businesses under the ADA. Owners say they are being squeezed over what they claim are minor violations.
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Autism Researcher Facing Charges Of Stealing Over $1 Million From CDC
An autism researcher accused of absconding with more than a $1 million in CDC grants and using the money for personal gain has been extradited after almost 14 years on the lam.
Feds To Reconsider Rule Barring Disability Discrimination In Healthcare
Just as they were set to take effect, federal officials are delaying new requirements meant to make healthcare more accessible to people with disabilities and signaling that additional changes are likely.
National Hotline For IDD Caregivers Proposed
A group of federal lawmakers if pushing to establish a first-ever national hotline for caregivers of those with developmental disabilities.
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FDA May Finalize Ban On Shock Devices Used On People With Developmental Disabilities
Two years after the Food and Drug Administration proposed a ban on the use of electric shock devices to address behavior issues in those with disabilities, the agency says a decision is near.
Deadline Looms For Healthcare Providers To Improve Accessibility
New rules mandating greater disability access in healthcare are about to take effect, but recent actions suggest that federal officials may be mulling a delay.
Medicaid Fraud Crackdown Puts Pressure On People Relying On Services
Fraud-fighting efforts have put individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other conditions on edge, leaving some scrambling to find services.
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Government Panel Recommends Adopting ‘Profound Autism’ Label
A key autism panel that was dramatically reshaped by RFK Jr. is recommending that the federal government embrace the term "profound autism," but the way they are going about it is raising red flags.
States Face Another Challenge With Medicaid Work Rules: Staffing Shortages
Some states already lack staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
Education Secretary Says Department Still Working To Offload Special Ed
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department.