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January 2015 Edition

Here’s the .pdf version of the January 2015 issue of Access Press. Please note you may need to create a log […]

A budget year Legislative session starts with expectations, uncertainties

As the 2015 Minnesota Legislature gaveled into session January 6, many disability advocacy groups were ready with proposed bills and […]

‘ABLE act’ celebrated across state

Federal legislation that was eight years in the making is being celebrated across Minnesota and the rest of the United […]

A look back at 2014: Changes in community leadership were seen

January Remembering With Dignity, the initiative to properly mark graves at Minnesota institutions, enjoyed nationwide recognition. It is a program of the […]

Brush up on some disability history during the new year

With the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being celebrated in 2015, make a New Year’s resolution to learn […]

The 5% Campaign is back for 2015 session for wage hike

The 5% Campaign is back at the state capitol this session, making the case for a second five percent rate increase to […]

Editor’s Column – January 2015

At the New Year, it’s good to look backwards and forwards. Access Press had a successful 2014, publishing 12 issues that were […]

Thief steals nonprofit’s van that met important needs

ALLY People Solutions, which provides employment opportunities and other services for people with disabilities, entered the holiday season feeling as if the Grinch […]