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Legislative Issues for the 80th Texas Legislative Sessions
Summary of Legislative Briefs
Long Term Services and Supports
Necessary Revision to Chapter 166.046 of the Texas Health & Safety Code in support of continued treatment
Consolidation of Waivers
Policy Statement on Community Services and Supports
Policy Statement on State Institution Closure and Consolidation (also known as “state schools for the “mentally retarded”)
Housing
Protection of ‘504’ in Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) deals
Support all efforts to create more ‘real’ affordable housing to meet the needs of Texans with disabilities at 50% and below area median income
Support efforts to establish a “discount or reduction” in homeowner’s insurance rates for homes that are built ‘visitable’ through the ‘EasyLiving Home Texas’ certification program
Include homeowners with disabilities in the recently enacted property tax reduction and any future legislation that reduces property taxes
Support a legislative solution for support from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for programs to address the housing needs of people with disabilities
Education
Oppose Public School Vouchers or any similar program
Participation of Students with Disabilities in Graduation Ceremonies with their Same-age Peers
Discipline of Students with Disabilities
Employment
Independent Living Centers
Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Vocational Rehabilitation program
Improving Employment Programs for Texans with Disabilities
Address Barriers to Public Transportation
Funding for Assistance with Relocation from Institutions
Workforce Issues for Personal Attendant Services
Employed Family Caregivers
Health Care
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Legislative Appropriations Request for FY 07 & 08
Children’s Mental Health Services within the Department of State Health Services (DHSH)
Mental Health Services and Initiatives for Youth in the Juvenile Justice System
