Category Archives: Advocacy

Obama Signs the ABLE Act – Disability Scoop

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Obama Signs ABLE Act via Obama Signs ABLE Act – Disability Scoop.

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House OKs bill to widen federal help for disabled :: WRAL.com

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

House OKs bill to widen federal help for disabled :: WRAL.com.

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Man with Down syndrome empowers others using technology | News Center

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Man with Down syndrome empowers others using technology | News Center.

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Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act is on the Verge of Passing!

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

As the lame duck session draws near, NDSS remains dedicated to passing the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act (S. 313/H.R. 647) and getting the bill to the President’s desk this month. Over 85% of the entire US Congress … Continue reading →

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Disney Urged To Include Characters With Disabilities – Disability Scoop

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Disney Urged To Include Characters With Disabilities – Disability Scoop.

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Billionaire Urges Disability Hiring – Disability Scoop

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Billionaire Urges Disability Hiring – Disability Scoop.

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Senate Announces Bipartisan ‘Path Forward’ On ABLE Tax-Free Accounts |Advocacy News | Autism Speaks

Posted on September 23, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Senate Announces Bipartisan ‘Path Forward’ On ABLE Tax-Free Accounts |Advocacy News | Autism Speaks.

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Deal Reached On Tax-Free Disability Savings Accounts – Disability Scoop

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Deal Reached On Tax-Free Disability Savings Accounts – Disability Scoop.

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Senator Looks To Ease Burden For Parents In IDEA Disputes – Disability Scoop

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Senator Looks To Ease Burden For Parents In IDEA Disputes – Disability Scoop.

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Md. panel on disabilities to brief O’Malley – Associated Press – Frederick News-Post

Posted on September 7, 2014 by Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network

Md. panel on disabilities to brief O’Malley – Associated Press – Frederick News-Post.

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