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05/13/2025

04/25/2025

We are alarmed by recent rhetoric by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who publicly described autism as a “chronic disease,” or “epidemic” and stated that children with autism will “never hold a job… never write a poem…never go out on a date.” Such language fosters stigma and misinformation. Furthermore, proposals to cut vital programs like Medicaid, education, and community services threaten the supports that enable Californians with autism to thrive.

Read The Arc of California's official statement:
https://thearcca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Press-Release_The-Arc-of-California-Responds-to-RFK-Comments-on-Autism_FINAL.pdf

04/24/2025

04/18/2025

Forty years ago, the California Supreme Court upheld the Lanterman Act entitlement—a landmark decision affirming the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives in their communities. To commemorate this anniversary, ARCA Executive Director Amy Westling and Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez co-authored an op-ed in The Press-Enterprise highlighting why this decision and ACR 55 still matter today. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3EzQYqG

04/18/2025

04/13/2025

Congress is considering a variety of federal policy changes that could significantly impact the Medicaid program, including potential cuts to federal funding. Medicaid helps fund critical regional center services, which support programs such as supported living, supported employment, day services, respite care, and many more. Consider setting up a meeting with your local representative to share your concerns: https://bit.ly/findcongressmember

04/04/2025

🚨 Protect Medicaid!
Many are concerned about its future, and it's crucial to take action. Let’s unite our voices and contact the U.S. Senate.
Share this link and encourage your network to make a call today!

🔗https://go.caringacross.org/a/call-congress-no-medicaid-cuts-budget?utm_campaign=protectmedicaid&utm_source=toolkit&utm_medium=partner&sourceid=1080881



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03/29/2025

The Justice Department has removed ADA compliance guidelines, citing a Trump executive order. Advocates warn this rollback weakens protections for disabled people in public spaces, workplaces, and healthcare, making it harder to enforce accessibility. While the agency claims these changes reduce red tape, disability organizations say the guidance remains essential. Read more here: https://buff.ly/HQs0ptE

ADA Watch is committing to fighting initiatives that erode accessibility and weaken disability rights protections. Stay informed and take action—sign up for our newsletter here: https://buff.ly/L3LydgL

03/25/2025

03/25/2025

"Rummel added, “Moving IDEA programs to HHS would de-emphasize the purpose of IDEA to provide a free and appropriate public education and other critical activities to infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities, and challenge the federal role to provide evidence-based research, personnel preparation, and technical assistance to advance the field of special education.”

Read more: https://www.k12dive.com/news/trump-mcmahon-special-education-move-to-hhs/743260/

02/19/2025

Register now for the Developmental Disability & Neurodiversity Conference in Suisun on April 4 & 5! NBRC clients and families, the cost of this conference can be paid for with your NBRC funds — contact your NBRC service coordinator before you register to request a purchase authorization. For more information, visit the conference website at https://www.specialcareservices.org/neurodiversityconference