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Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium

Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium

Honoring the historic struggle of Western Pennsylvanians with disabilities to attain human and civil rights.

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Rally in Pittsburgh celebrates 27th anniversary of ADA signing

07/12/2017

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

07/10/2017

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

06/09/2017

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.

05/18/2017

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.

01/27/2017

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.

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