Calendar Icon3/18/12 - 09:00 PM by Pamela Fisher

Take Action: Help Save Employment Programs for People with Disabilities!

The Work Incentives Planning Assistance (WIPA) and Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security (PABSS) programs are in jeopardy. These programs provide vital information and assistance to people with disabilities who want to work, and must be re-authorized by Congress immediately or they will end. Find out how to take action and urge your Congressman to re-authorize WIPA and PABSS!

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Calendar Icon3/14/12 - 02:10 PM by Pamela Fisher

AC Introduces New Ways To Keep You Informed About Policy and Legislation

Advocacy Center introduces two new email lists that will focus solely on policies and legislation. Sign up today!

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Calendar Icon1/13/12 - 01:00 PM by Pamela Fisher

Keeping Students Safe: Federal Government to Consider Restrictions on the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in Schools

School busCurrent proposed legislation in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives would expand protections from restraint and seclusion for students with disabilities in Louisiana, and across the country.

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Calendar Icon9/7/11 - 09:53 AM by Stephanie Patrick

Build a Multi-Generational Home & Save Money

Photo of Rep. Scott Simon AC staff recently spoke with Rep. Simon about one of his successes from the 2011 legislative session, House Bill 319, now Act 392. This law encourages individuals to build barrier-free homes by allowing the owner to receive a credit of up to $1000 against his/her individual income tax for the inclusion of accessible and barrier-free design elements.

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Calendar Icon5/18/11 - 12:37 PM by Stephanie Patrick

2011 Legislative Session Update - 5/18/11

Check out this article for more information on bills that impact people with disabilities and seniors.

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Calendar Icon5/4/11 - 12:37 PM by Stephanie Patrick

2011 Legislative Session- Bills that Will Impact You!

Check out a list of AC's top 10 bills.  Contact AC for more information or to get more involved in advocacy efforts.

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