Advocates make a strong return for 2023 legislative rally days
And we’re back! Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies have enjoyed a return to the halls of state government during the […]
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Minnesota champions of disability rights remembered
Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies mourn the loss of two champions in the halls of government. David Durenberger played a […]
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Self-directed services are key to self-advocacy
To Kayte Barton, self-advocacy “means being able to speak up for what I need.” One way that she advocates for […]
Many bills in the hopper for session
It’s been a fast start for the 2023 Minnesota Legislature, and disability community advocates are rushing to keep their issues at […]
Double homicide closes link to St. Paul downtown skyway
Stout chains and padlocks on the doors told the story. St. Paul’s downtown skyway tower remained inaccessible through January. People with […]
SEIU Healthcare pay pact lauded but will it be enough?
Pay increases should be coming for direct support workers, who provide care to Minnesotans with disabilities. But will those wage increases […]
New 16-bed mental health center eyed for West St. Paul location
by Kevin D. Hendricks – West St. Paul Reader After a hearing packed by almost 100 people December 13, the West […]
State council outlines 2023 issues
by Jane McClure Affordable and accessible housing, reforms for working people with disabilities, and dealing with the direct care crisis are […]
Goodbye to you, 2022 – our annual look back at last year
Time flies! Another year is in the books, so here is our annual look back at what Access Press covered in […]
Laura Baker and her school left a lasting legacy
Much has changed since 1897, when the words “nervous” and “backward” were used to describe children with disabilities. The Laura […]
Be prepared with winter’s chilly arrival
The arrival of winter weather in Minnesota means it’s time to act and have our needs met. Some of us […]
Changes afoot at Minnesota Legislature, cabinet
by Jane McClure Lots of new faces and familiar faces in new roles will greet self-advocates when the Minnesota Legislature […]
Preparations for 2023 session take place in face of uncertainty
The clock is ticking toward the start of the 2023 Minnesota Legislature. Disability advocacy organizations and their allies are putting […]
Learn about our new website and NewsMatch effort
Learn about the new Access Press website and support our fundraising efforts at an upcoming virtual event, Access Press Presents: […]
On top of so many challenges, a Medicare cut would be deeply felt
Those of us who need home care have faced incredible challenges in recent years. A workforce crisis has turned catastrophic. […]
