There are approximately 57 million Americans with disabilities representing 15% of the total voting population. However, in the 2012 election: 57.2% of people with disabilities DID NOT VOTE! 30% of people with disabilities said they wanted to vote but were unable to, for various reasons. 72% of polling places WERE NOT ACCESSIBLE! Voter registration drives ...
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This press conference and public event on July 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the DRTx Austin offices is our official kickoff to National Disability Voters Registration Week (July 16-19). It's a time when the country focuses on the importance of people with disabilities registering to vote so they can participate in important upcoming federal, state, ...
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1 event,The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The purpose of the law is to make sure ... |
1 event,Our board of directors meets quarterly to review financial reports, agency performance, PAIMI program updates, appeals, public comments, and other overarching issues impacting the agency. This meeting is a 90-minute session by teleconference. |
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