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Some good news! Following up from a previous ruling, a Federal District Court Judge in New York ruled that up to 4,300 people must be allowed to live and participate in the community. 
MoreRead news article on this ruling.Read background information on this subject. President Obama revived healthcare reform with a proposal, including provisions to benefit people with disabilities and promote independent community living, the White House released on Feb. 22. A meeting between Obama and leaders of both parties will air live on the Web Thursday, Feb. 25.
MoreClick here to read the full proposal by the President and for a link to the Feb 25 broadcast.READ UPDATE ON THIS ISSUE
Some exciting news broke earlier this month concerning stem cell research for people with spinal cord injuries and disorders. The first clinical trial in the US is taking place to see if it is safe to inject stem cells into the spinal cord. This is just the first step in what could become a series of successful clinical trials.
MoreRead about: The ins and outs of stem cell researchGiven all of the TV, radio and news coverage on healthcare reform it can be difficult to understand the reform effort and the details that are in it. You might find yourself asking, “What does healthcare reform mean for me?” “Why should I support this reform effort?”……
MoreFact sheet on provisions of the health care reform bill (pdf)What’s up next for national health care now that the Senate has finally passed a health care bill? The following update from Kaiser Health News may give you some insights as to what may yet lie ahead on this bumpy road to health care reform. The Senate is planning a rare Christmas Eve vote on Thursday, December 24, on its comprehensive healthcare reform bill. The resignation of Howard Roberts, NYC Transit (NYCT) President is a loss for NYC’s community of people with disabilities and a gain for Philadelphia. The House is about to vote on their health reform bill. The time to call and have your voice heard in support of people with disabilities and health care is NOW.
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Republican Health Reform Proposal. Health Reform Comparison Tools Last week’s announcement on health care reform by Democrats has spurred republicans into action.
More The Republican Party is set to announce their version of an alternative health care reform bill to Congress just as the House is getting ready to take up the Democratic version. |
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