Federal court oversight of disability matters will continue into 2020
Federal court oversight of the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) actions and policies affecting Minnesotans with disabilities will continue […]
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People & Places – May 2019
Life, My Choices is MOHR awards’ theme “My life, my choices” is the theme of the second annual MOHR Life […]
FROM OUR COMMUNITY – Accident shows that sidewalk safety needs to be a year-round issue
More than a year ago, I wrote a letter to Access Press describing my accident. I’m a longtime disability community […]
FROM OUR COMMUNITY: One Minnesota provides a path for state residents with disabilities
In Minnesota, we know we are all better off together. Our state must be a leader in ensuring that everyone […]
Provider tax sunset date approaching
Don’t let the sun set on Minnesota’s health care provider tax. A Preserve the Provider Tax rally March 21 at […]
Regional News in Review – April 2019
Special Olympics spared federal funding cuts A Trump administration plan to cut $17.6 million in federal funding for the Special […]
MARCH 2019 ISSUE SPONSOR: MRCI
By Lisa Cownie, MRCI Taking center stage in their own success story may not have been the initial goal; however, […]
FROM OUR COMMUNITY: Progress comes slowly but is seen in our quest to be recognized
By Michael L. Sack Editor’s Note: Any questions, concerns or comment for DHS can get a response in future Access […]
Regional News in Review – March 2019
Employees with disabilities eye lost jobs in St. Cloud area When appliance manufacturer Electrolux closes its St. Cloud plant by […]
Regional News in Review – February 2019
Returning, new leaders named A familiar name and two newcomers are leading state departments that extensively deal with people with […]
The year in review 2018 gave joy, frustrations to community
2018 is in the history books, so it’s time for our look back at the people and events that made […]
Bevy of bills at the ready for 2019 session
And they’re off. The January 8 start for the 2019 Minnesota Legislature brings an outpouring of bills to state lawmakers’ […]
Report sheds light on sexual assault issues
Advocates are hoping that a recently released report by Minnesota’s Attorney General Office sheds light on sexual assault and how […]
Disability groups’ consortium faces challenges, changes in 2019
It’s a time of change for the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MNCCD). Declining membership means fewer dues-paying members […]
FROM OUR COMMUNITY: Continuing stable health care funding is critical 2019 issue
By David King, CEO, Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance Minnesota’s divided government experience continues in 2019 with a fresh make-up in […]
