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AAPD Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, Encourages Swift Passage of the Better Care Better Jobs Act
American Association of People with Disabilities - November 8, 2021
Most of the disability community’s priorities are in the “reconciliation” bill yet to be passed, but the “infrastructure” package includes many avenues for improving accessibility in public buildings and transportation.
The Reconciliation Bill is a Disability Justice Issue
Matthew Cortland, Data For Progress - October 29, 2021
A recap of what’s in the followup bill to the infrastructure package, and why parts of it are so important for people with disabilities.
Despite calls to improve, air travel is still a nightmare for many with disabilities
Joseph Shapiro, National Public Radio - November 9, 2021
Specifics on what can go wrong for people with disabilities who travel by air.
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Open Doors Transition Center Program - New York Association on Independent Living