Feds Urged To Strengthen Autism Transition
The federal government should do more to streamline the experience of youth with autism transitioning to adulthood, according to a new report to Congress. Disability Scoop
FDA Urged To Ban Shock Devices Used On Those With Special Needs
A group of U.S. senators is pushing the FDA to finalize a ban on devices used to administer electric shocks to those with developmental disabilities in an effort to modify their behavior. Disability Scoop
States Urged To Strengthen Community-Based Options
Federal Medicaid officials are pushing states to do more to ensure that people with disabilities have access to the care they need in order to remain in the community. Disability Scoop
Greater Transparency Urged For College Disability Services
Amid concerns from advocates, a U.S. senator is calling on federal education officials to make information about disability services at the nation’s colleges more readily available. Disability Scoop
At Congressional Hearing, Disability Training Urged For Police
The federal government needs to spend more to train law enforcement on how to approach people with disabilities, advocates told a U.S. Senate panel this week. Disability Scoop