The Latest Disability Rights News in Texas

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2025 Impact Report

The Arc of Texas releases an impact report every two years following Texas Legislative Sessions. Personal stories, policy progress, resources, and lots of hope—that’s what you’ll find in our 2025 Impact Report, a digital flipbook celebrating Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)!

Flip through the report below or download a PDF here.

Progress

Press Releases

March 20, 2025

Federal Court Rules Texas SB 1 Violates Rights of Voters with Disabilities Under ADA and Section 504

In a major victory for disability rights, a federal court has ruled that Texas…

March 17, 2025

Advocates Call on Texas Legislature to Make a Bold Investment in Special Education

Parents, educators, students, and disability advocates from across Texas will gather at…

December 5, 2024

Texans with IDD and mental health issues repeatedly failed by state, report finds

We spoke with Texas families, with the help of Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative…

September 1, 2021

The Arc of Texas 2021 Virginia Eernisse Legacy Award Recipient Announced

Ricky Broussard recognized for his influential leadership and contributions to full community…