- Voting
As Congress Passes Voting Reform, Disability Advocates Express Concern over Paper Ballots
March 5, 2021
Before H.R. 1 becomes the law of the land, the rights of voters with disabilities cannot be ignored.
Statement - Justice System
NDRN Applauds Congress for Introducing the VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act
March 4, 2021
The Victims of Crime Act Fix Act of 2021 will better safeguard accessible services and assistance programs for people with disabilities for years to come.
Statement - Employment
NDRN Commends the U.S. House of Representative for Passing the American Rescue Plan
March 2, 2021
The bill includes many important provisions that will assist people with disabilities as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Statement - Voting
Election Assistance Commission Voting Guidelines Fail Disability Community
February 10, 2021
The adopted VVSG 2.0 requirements do not ensure a private and independent ballot for all voters in a fully integrated experience that respects the dignity of the voter and the secrecy of the ballot.
Statement - Justice System
Police Assault on Child in Rochester, New York Dramatically Demonstrates the Need for Non-Police Emergency Response
February 8, 2021
The use of deadly force is always possible when police are involved, and that threat is magnified if the person in distress is a person with a disability and/or a person of color.
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