The Minnesota Secretary of State is accepting applications from people who would like to serve on the Community First Services and Supports Development and Implementation Council. Applicants should have knowledge of the personal care assistance program. The council consults and collaborates with the Department of Human Services on the development and implementation of Community First Services and Supports.
News
Congress just voted – now it’s OUR TURN!
Earlier today, the House of Representatives passed the ADA Education and Reform Act (HR 620) by a 225-192 vote. We are extremely disappointed and downright angry to see this blatant attack on the civil rights of people with disabilities to access places of public accommodation and now look to our allies in the Senate to prevent a companion bill from passing.
Medicaid Forum with Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith
Advocates successfully defended Medicaid in 2017, but the threat continues in 2018. We invite you to join us in a public forum featuring United States Senator Tina Smith as we continue working to protect the promise of Medicaid.
House Passes Bill to Amend ADA to Curb Drive-By Lawsuits
“HR 620 is primarily an attempt to stem the tide of lawsuits brought by serial plaintiffs who bring dozens, if not hundreds, of lawsuits against businesses based on relatively minor physical access barriers found in their facilities for quick settlements.”
Greyhound To Pay $375K To Resolve ADA Allegations
“The Justice Department said this week that Greyhound Lines Inc. will pay $300,000 to certain travelers identified by the federal agency and the company will hire a claims administrator to compensate an unlimited number of others who faced disability discrimination in interactions with the bus service.”
2018 Legislative Forum Follow Up
Thank you for attending the 2018 MCD Legislative Forum. This year we had several state legislators, staff agency officials, and disability organizations lat out their priorities for the 2018 legislative session. We want to hear from you. Please fill out our evaluation and let us know what you thought of this year’s Legislative Forum.