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Join MCD to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
MCD is proud to collaborate with the state's One Dream, One Minnesota celebration. Join us at the Community Conference to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and the Civil Rights Movement. Stop by our booth for posters, buttons, and resources, and connect with others who share our message: Disability rights are civil rights. Join us in honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy as we work together toward a more inclusive Minnesota. Bridging Legacy with Action: Join Us for Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Federal Proposal to End Subminimum Wage – Submit Your Comment by January 17
The Department of Labor has proposed phasing out Section 14(c) certificates, which currently allow some employers to pay people with disabilities less than minimum wage. Minnesota has already taken steps to end the practice here. Now, the federal government is seeking your input for this nationwide proposal. Time is limited – public comments are due by January 17, 2025. Learn how you can submit your comment. Federal Proposal to End Subminimum Wage - Submit Your Comment by January 17
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We support and promote public policy goals that positively impact the lives of people with disabilities. MCD helps policymakers understand how their decisions affect the disability community and brings together members of the government and the public to comment on legislation.
The Minnesota Legislature introduces dozens of bills each session that affect people with disabilities. Some bills aim to improve lives, while others may negatively impact the disability community. To help you stay informed, we maintain this list of disability-related bills.
There are over half a million valid disability parking certificates and plates in Minnesota. We provide the “Do’s and Don’ts” of disability parking, as well as information on disability parking laws and regulations.
A service animal is a dog, or in some cases a miniature horse, individually trained to do work or perform tasks for someone with a disability. Service animals are different from Emotional Support Animals (ESA) and can go almost anywhere with their owners. MCD works to inform the public about service animals and protect the rights of people with disabilities.