Survival Comments on Department of Energy proposal to eliminate 504 requirements in new buildings and updates
Survival Coalition co-chairs have submitted comments to The federal Department of Energy (DOE), which has issued a “direct final rule” that will eliminate a long-standing requirement of Section 504 requiring new buildings constructed with federal funds to be accessible to people with disabilities. The Department now calls this rule “unnecessary” and burdensome.” Removing this rule […]
Submit comments by SUNDAY to oppose new rule that would eliminate accessibility requirements for new federal buildings
The federal Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a “direct final rule” that will eliminate a long-standing requirement of Section 504 requiring new buildings constructed with federal funds to be accessible to people with disabilities. The Department now calls this rule “unnecessary” and burdensome.” Removing this rule would: • Eliminate enforceable accessibility standards for new federally funded […]
Survival Coalition Dismayed at House Passage of Bill Cutting Hundreds of Billions to Medicaid, SNAP, Resulting in Millions Kicked Off Health Insurance
This morning’s vote by the U.S. House would make the biggest cut in Medicaid history, cutting at least $790 Billion in federal dollars from Medicaid that will have a significant impact on Wisconsin’s disability community. Read the full Press Release.
Governor’s Budget Recognizes Importance of People with Disabilities
Press Release (MADISON) – The Survival Coalition of more than 20 statewide disability organizations thanks Governor Tony Evers for his proposed budget including significant investments to improve the lives of people with disabilities across the lifespan. The Governor’s budget includes a historic, sum-sufficient commitment of 60% state funding for special education to local schools: a […]
Disability Advocacy Day of Action!Wednesday, March 12, 2025
In -Person 10 A.M.– 3:00 P.M. Starting at Monona Terrace, One John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI (And State Capitol) Disability Day of Action is back in person! The event is focused on connecting Disability Advocates with their legislators to talk about issues that matter to them. Attendees are expected to participate in the morning briefing and […]
Survival Coalition releases disability, aging priorities 8/12/2024
Access to in-home care, voting, and transportation for non-drivers impact all Wisconsinites Survival Coalition—a cross-disability and aging coalition of more than 20 statewide organizations—has identified the top priorities affecting constituents in every district across the state. “People with disabilities and unpaid caregivers, many of whom are family members, rely on in-home services to keep contributing […]
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