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In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pennsylvania’s leaders have had to confront some brutal truths, including our state’s undeniable dependence on the low-paid health care workers, direct support professionals …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it has resolved a complaint filed against the Pennsylvania …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The PA Department of Human Services (DHS) yesterday hosted a virtual press briefing to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people with disabilities during the public-health …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced the Department has released new information clarifying that federal law should not be used to prevent schools from offering distance learning opportunities …
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PHILADELPHIA, PA — U.S. Attorney William M. McSwain announced that his Office has launched a review of all polling places in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania to determine if they …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced the publication of guidance clarifying how housing providers can comply with the Fair Housing Act when …
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WEST CHESTER, PA — As the spring semester begins, West Chester University announced that its RAM (Real Achievement Matters) Initiative Pilot for Non-Degree Seeking Students with Intellectual Disabilities is official. With …
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WEST CHESTER, PA — Employees of Benchmark Federal Credit Union just donated more than $2,000 to The Arc of Chester County, after a year-long campaign to raise money as they wore blue …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) announced plans for a yearlong celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Centered around the …
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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Tom Wolf announced a focused multi-agency effort and anti-stigma campaign, ‘Reach Out PA: Your Mental Health Matters,’ aimed at expanding resources and the state’s comprehensive support …
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