Federal government re-evaluates disability rights commitments
The 19th News · October 7, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Lois Curtis, who has an intellectual disability, sought legal assistance to leave state hospitals where she had lived for much of her life. A recent review indicates that the federal government is changing its approach to longstanding disability rights promises made decades ago.
Why it matters
This shift may affect the rights and living conditions of individuals with disabilities in state institutions.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you have a disability or care for someone who does?
The shift in federal commitments could lead to changes in the rights and living conditions of individuals with disabilities in state institutions, potentially affecting their access to community-based services and support.
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