An i go home sequel is in the works with a planned release date in late 2018. WITF (the Harrisburg PBS affiliate) and the Commonwealth Institute, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania History … [Read more...] about Work begins on sequel to “i go home” documentary
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New book recalls undercover work of Pittsburgh reporter
A new book by Bill Steigerwald tracks the life and work of Ray Sprigle, a Pulitzer-prize winning journalist for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. The book, 30 Days a Black Man: The Forgotten Story That … [Read more...] about New book recalls undercover work of Pittsburgh reporter
Sign the Employment First petition to improve job opportunities for people with disabilities
Please take a moment to sign the “Support Employment First Legislation for Pennsylvania” petition. Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf’s Employment First executive order was a great first step, but the … [Read more...] about Sign the Employment First petition to improve job opportunities for people with disabilities
Rally in Pittsburgh celebrates 27th anniversary of ADA signing
On July 26, a rally in downtown Pittsburgh will mark the 27th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act,.The march celebrates what has already been achieved and looks ahead to … [Read more...] about Rally in Pittsburgh celebrates 27th anniversary of ADA signing
Senate bill threatens years of progress on disability rights, community living
The vote on the Senate healthcare bill (Better Care Reconciliation Act, or BRCA) has been delayed until after the 4th of July recess, but it is not canceled, and the time to act is now. The … [Read more...] about Senate bill threatens years of progress on disability rights, community living
ADA reforms at risk under proposed new law
Congress has introduced a bill to change the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). The bill (H.R.620 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017) is opposed by disability advocates because it … [Read more...] about ADA reforms at risk under proposed new law
Stop the clock from turning back on health care for people with disabilities. Contact your senator about the AHCA.
The American Health Care Act (AHCA) passed May 4 by the House of Representatives has deeply alarmed the disability community, particularly in four key areas. The bill cuts $880 billion from … [Read more...] about Stop the clock from turning back on health care for people with disabilities. Contact your senator about the AHCA.
Two state institutions to close by 2018, yet four more remain open. Join the Consortium in urging the governor to close all state institutions.
The Consortium applauds Governor Wolf’s January 11 announcement about closing Hamburg State Center in Berks County and a section of Norristown State Hospital in Montgomery County. Pennsylvania has … [Read more...] about Two state institutions to close by 2018, yet four more remain open. Join the Consortium in urging the governor to close all state institutions.
