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  1. SB 43 (Eggman) – Expanding the Definition of “Gravely Disabled”

    SB 43 expands the definition of “grave disability,” making it much easier to involuntarily commit people to locked facilities for behavioral health reasons.

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  2. Disability Rights California’s Summary of the 2023-24 State Budget

    Governor Newsom has signed the California budget for 2024. The 2023-24 budget includes total spending of $310.8 billion with a focus on protecting core programs. The Budget covers a $31.7 billion deficit with a combination of funding delays, fund shifts, and some reductions.

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  3. Webinar: Celebrating Pride Month: Overcoming Oppression & Building Resilience

    The rich diversity of the LGBTQIA2S+ community is ever evolving, and our history runs deep. In this webinar we will discuss historical events within the queer community that have brought us to become the rich and vibrant community that we are today.

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  4. Webinar: Advocating for Your Child’s Educational Rights in Grade School

    In this webinar, we will provide information and resources to assist parents in best advocating for their children with disabilities in grade school. It can be challenging to request accommodations or special education when you are unfamiliar with the laws and procedures of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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  5. Disability Rights California Applauds the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Becerra’s Decision to Update and Strengthen the Healthcare-Related Regulations in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

    Disability Rights California Applauds the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Becerra’s Decision to Update and Strengthen the Healthcare-Related Regulations in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act In this, the 50th…

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  6. Housing Stability Project (HSP)

    Housing Stability Project (HSP) Disability Rights California Advocacy and Community Engagement (ACE) Program provides legal services, guidance, resources, trainings, education, and community advocacy to Californians with…

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  7. Animales de asistencia en la vivienda: Animales de servicio y animales de apoyo emocional

    Animales de asistencia en la vivienda: Animales de servicio y animales de apoyo emocional #F115.02 Un animal de servicio y un animal de apoyo emocional son dos categorías diferentes de…

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  8. Townhall: Peer Support Specialist Certification – Challenges with Grandparenting-In

    Many people with mental health disabilities find that having a psychiatric service or emotional support animal improves their daily lives and their mental health and wellness. Learn the difference between these assistance animals and your rights regarding public access and reasonable accommodations.

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  9. Lisa’s Housing Story

    Lisa’s Housing Story In this blog post, Lisa discusses her housing advocacy work and her own experience with housing. She talks about why her independence is important to her and how independent housing would empower her to do more of…

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  10. Disability Rights California Releases Report on the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in California Schools

    Disability Rights California Releases Report on the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in California Schools (Sacramento, CA) - In a report released today, “ Restraint and Seclusion in California Schools: Findings and…

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