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The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that would repeal and replace many portions of the Affordable Care Act. The bill now goes on to the senate for a vote. One proposed change could dramatically impact Americans with pre-existing conditions, allowing states to secure waivers t0 permit insurers to charge more to those customers. Read more
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A 14-year-old girl who uses a wheelchair was denied a trip to Disneyland through a school field trip. After the news broke, the park offered the teen and her family free passes. Read more
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More colleges, like Clemson University, are offering opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities. But across the nation, there is still more demand for those programs. Read more
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A new lawsuit filed in court in New York City claims that commuting while using a wheelchair in the city is made nearly impossible, with only around a quarter of wheelchair-accessible stations. Read more
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Students in Minnesota say professors are not properly accommodating students with invisible disabilities. More training may be needed as more students come forward with mental illness, according to advocates. Read more
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In a lawsuit where a blind theatergoer claimed the musical “Hamilton” was not accessible to people with disabilities, settlement talks have stalled. The plaintiff in the suit said live audio descriptions of the musical were not offered. Read more
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Continuing The New York Times series on disability, a columnist examines identity through the lens of their own disability and the community that surrounds disability. Read more
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A school in Michigan is facing litigation over allegations that the school rejected a prospective student because of her disability. The school is defending its decision to reject based on religious grounds. A decision from the state’s Supreme Court could come later this year. Read more
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In an interview with the Boston Globe, actress Marlee Matlin calls President Donald Trump a “barrier” for people with disabilities. She explains, “I don’t want to lose sleep over him, but when he says things that are offensive, I will speak out.” Read more
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A letter to the editor at The New York Times examines the “Inclusion Revolution.” Read more
