Source: Dancer with Down syndrome picked to compete in Minnesota Miss USA pageant – TODAY.com
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Dancer with Down syndrome picked to compete in Minnesota Miss USA pageant – TODAY.com
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12-year-old boy with Down syndrome and mom run cupcake shop – ABC News
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Counting Down to the 3-2-1 Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome – March 25, Forsyth Family Magazine
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Down Syndrome No Barrier For Firefighter – Disability Scoop
Not everyone was immediately on board when Jason Eagan, who has Down syndrome, said he wanted to become a firefighter. But with persistence, he found his place.
Source: Down Syndrome No Barrier For Firefighter – Disability Scoop
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Democrats request another hearing for DeVos, Trump’s education pick, before confirmation vote – The Washington Post
Democrats want more time to ask DeVos questions, Republicans say they already have asked more than 1,000.
New Law Expands Access To Special Needs Trusts – Disability Scoop
Tucked inside a larger bill signed by President Barack Obama this week is a tweak to federal law that’s designed to make it easier for people with disabilities to save money.
Source: New Law Expands Access To Special Needs Trusts – Disability Scoop
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Proposed Changes To ABLE Act Draw Opposition – Disability Scoop
In an unusual move, dozens of disability advocacy groups say they’re ready to line up against efforts in Congress to expand the ABLE Act over concerns that the changes don’t go far enough.
Source: Proposed Changes To ABLE Act Draw Opposition – Disability Scoop
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