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2014 legislative session saw many more gains than losses

Minnesota’s disability community saw many more gains than losses during the 2014 legislative session. The 5% Campaign for an increase […]

Many requests met in bonding

Expansion of a children’s service center renovation, replacement of state facilities and accessibility improvements around the state were among items […]

Submit a nomination: Charlie Smith Award contest is now open

Minnesotans with disabilities have many unsung heroes in their midst. These are the people and organizations demonstrating outstanding service and […]

Editor’s Column – June 2014

Summer is here and like most Minnesotans, I have to complain about the weather. It got too darn hot to […]

Success of the 5% campaign earns thanks from members of the state’s disability community

[showtime] One of the great success stories of the recent Minnesota legislative session was the success of The 5% Campaign. […]

State ombudsman’s office rooted in court case, tragedy

Roberta Opheim was recently honored by The Arc Minnesota for her outstanding service as Minnesota’s State Ombudsman for Mental Health […]

Legislative wrap up: Push continues to change income standards

One of the top priorities for the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MN-CCD) during the 2014 legislative session was […]

Waiver System Clarified

The Disability Waiver Rate System (DWRS), passed by the 2013 Minnesota Legislature, is a new way to determine rates for […]

Radio Talking Book – June 2014

Podcasts Programming for the Radio Talking Book includes material for people across a wide spectrum of life activities. Some served […]

245D amendments add clarification for providers

During the 2014 session, Minnesota’s Home and Community-Based Services Standards statute, known as 245D, moved through the Minnesota Legislature with […]