- General
Leading Disability Organizations: Blame of Deadly Crash on Disabled Federal Workers Is Baseless, Irresponsible
January 30, 2025
In remarks today at the White House, President Trump cast potential blame for the tragic and deadly plane crash that occurred last night near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on people with disabilities employed by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Press Release - Community Integration
Federal Court Issues Landmark Civil Rights Decision Enabling Thousands of District Residents with Disabilities to Transition Out of Nursing Facilities to the Community
January 17, 2025
On December 31, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued a resounding judgment in the class action case Brown, et al v. District of Columbia, finding that the District of Columbia has violated the rights of D.C. residents with disabilities.
Press Release - Transportation
Disability Rights Advocates and Union Workers Launch Joint Campaign to Improve Access to Air Travel for Passengers who Use Wheelchairs
October 31, 2024
Coalition urges Department of Transportation to issue strong rules requiring airlines to improve airport service workers’ training
Press Release - Transportation
National Disability Rights Network Calls for Stronger Airline Accountability Following $50 Million Fine Against American Airlines for Violations of Disability Rights
October 23, 2024
Today, the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) stands in solidarity with travelers with disabilities as the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announces a $50 million fine against American Airlines for failing to provide adequate assistance to wheelchair users and for mishandling thousands of mobility devices between 2019 and 2023.
Press Release - Housing
Supreme Court Rules Homeless Can be Arrested for Sleeping in Public Spaces
June 28, 2024
In a profoundly disappointing ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court today decided that it is constitutional to arrest or fine homeless individuals for using survival items like blankets or pillows in public spaces when no alternative shelter is available.
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