Ed Department Strikes Deal To Offload Special Education
The Trump administration is making good on a long-promised plan to shift responsibility for many special education programs out of the U.S. Department of Education. The post Ed Department Strikes Deal To Offload Special Education appeared first on Disability Scoop .
16 Jun 2026
With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway
For the first time in years, thousands of athletes with disabilities are preparing to come together from across the country for a week of competition and much of it will be broadcast. The post With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway appeared first on Disability Scoop .
16 Jun 2026
New Luxury Café-Wine Bar Aims To Serve Up Jobs For Those With IDD
A team with deep roots in special education and hospitality plans to open a luxury coffeehouse and wine bar employing people with disabilities and they hope to replicate the concept in other cities. The post New Luxury Café-Wine Bar Aims To Serve Up Jobs For Those With IDD appeared first on Disability Scoop .
16 Jun 2026
Families Fear Loss Of Caregivers As Disability Service Cuts Loom
Cuts to developmental disability services in one state will soon mean that the maximum many caregivers can be paid will drop about 25% putting families already struggling to find help in a tough spot. The post Families Fear Loss Of Caregivers As Disability Service Cuts Loom appeared first on Disability Scoop .
16 Jun 2026
Airlines Face Deadline To Improve Disability Accommodations
A new federal rule requires airlines to take steps to ensure that they are prepared to assist passengers with disabilities and carriers have just a few more days to comply. The post Airlines Face Deadline To Improve Disability Accommodations appeared first on Disability Scoop .
15 Jun 2026
Ed Department Sued Over Special Education Cuts
Multiple states are suing after the U.S. Department of Education abruptly canceled millions of dollars in grants that were supposed to go toward training special education teachers. The post Ed Department Sued Over Special Education Cuts appeared first on Disability Scoop .
12 Jun 2026
Company Uses AI To Make Homes More Accessible
A team of researchers has developed a digital tool that allows an occupational therapist to assess homes remotely to identify potential hazards for people with disabilities. The post Company Uses AI To Make Homes More Accessible appeared first on Disability Scoop .
12 Jun 2026
Medicaid Work Rules Force States To Scrap Plans And Rework Systems
Health experts and advocates say federal rules implementing new Medicaid requirements upend months of work by state governments to prepare the computer systems that determine who's eligible for benefits. The post Medicaid Work Rules Force States To Scrap Plans And Rework Systems appeared first on Disability Scoop .
11 Jun 2026
Astronaut Slated To Become First With Physical Disability To Live In Orbit
A former Paralympian is on track to become the first person with a physical disability to enter orbit. The post Astronaut Slated To Become First With Physical Disability To Live In Orbit appeared first on Disability Scoop .
10 Jun 2026
YouTuber Who Ended Down Syndrome Pregnancy Didn’t Get Facts Straight, Experts Say
An influencer couple stirred controversy by sharing that they terminated their pregnancy due to a Down syndrome diagnosis, but advocates and researchers say their experience doesn't tell the whole story. The post YouTuber Who Ended Down Syndrome Pregnancy Didn’t Get Facts Straight, Experts Say appeared first on Disability Scoop .
9 Jun 2026
State Cuts Off Thousands Of Medicaid Providers In Race To Keep Federal Funds
One state just cut ties — at least temporarily — with nearly two-thirds of the Medicaid service providers it was reviewing in a quest to protect programs against fraud and keep federal funds flowing. The post State Cuts Off Thousands Of Medicaid Providers In Race To Keep Federal Funds appeared first on Disability Scoop .
9 Jun 2026
Wealthy Students More Likely To Get Disability Accommodations, Study Finds
Section 504 plans are one of the most important sources of disability services in schools. Why are well-off families their biggest beneficiaries? The post Wealthy Students More Likely To Get Disability Accommodations, Study Finds appeared first on Disability Scoop .
9 Jun 2026
Trump Administration Sued Over Delay Of Accessibility Rules
Disability advocates are suing after the Trump administration abruptly delayed a pair of rules designed to improve accessibility right before they were set to take effect. The post Trump Administration Sued Over Delay Of Accessibility Rules appeared first on Disability Scoop .
8 Jun 2026
YouTuber Speaks Out After Ending Pregnancy Due To Down Syndrome
After an influencer couple decided to terminate their pregnancy due to a Down syndrome diagnosis, they received death threats, but said they didn't want other couples going through this to feel alone. The post YouTuber Speaks Out After Ending Pregnancy Due To Down Syndrome appeared first on Disability Scoop .
8 Jun 2026
Closely Watched Senate Race Features Candidate With Spina Bifida
A Paralympic champion with spina bifida is one step closer to capturing the U.S. Senate seat that was once held by a key architect of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The post Closely Watched Senate Race Features Candidate With Spina Bifida appeared first on Disability Scoop .
5 Jun 2026
RFK Jr. Seeks To Peek At Americans’ Medical Records For Clues On Autism And Vaccines
The nation's top health official is pursuing access to most Americans' medical records to research a link between vaccines and autism — a connection the medical establishment studied and flatly rejects. The post RFK Jr. Seeks To Peek At Americans’ Medical Records For Clues On Autism And Vaccines appeared first on Disability Scoop .
5 Jun 2026
Voucher Program Fuels Surge In Special Ed Evaluations, Straining Public Schools
One state's $1 billion school voucher program prompted requests from thousands of families who sought to show their children had disabilities qualifying them for additional funding for private school. The post Voucher Program Fuels Surge In Special Ed Evaluations, Straining Public Schools appeared first on Disability Scoop .
4 Jun 2026
Medicaid Changes Will Push People With Disabilities Off Program, Advocates Warn
The Trump administration is unveiling long-awaited details about new, more stringent Medicaid eligibility rules and raising fresh concerns about implications for people with disabilities. The post Medicaid Changes Will Push People With Disabilities Off Program, Advocates Warn appeared first on Disability Scoop .
3 Jun 2026
Wrightslaw Training LIVE July 7, 2026 – WSA Convention Information
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Conference, a Wrightslaw training program featuring Peter Wright, Esq., is being sponsored by Williams Syndrome Association. The July 7, 2026 Wrightslaw training program is Continue Reading → The post Wrightslaw Training LIVE July 7, 2026 – WSA Convention Information first appeared on Wrightslaw Way .
2 Jun 2026
What Counts As An ‘Assistance Animal’ Just Got Narrower
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is sharply limiting which types of animals people with disabilities who are renting a home can claim as a "reasonable accommodation." The post What Counts As An ‘Assistance Animal’ Just Got Narrower appeared first on Disability Scoop .
2 Jun 2026
Tennis Players Open Their Courts — And Hearts — Through ACEing Autism
A national program uses tennis to help children and teenagers on the spectrum develop and benefit from social connections and fitness. The post Tennis Players Open Their Courts — And Hearts — Through ACEing Autism appeared first on Disability Scoop .
2 Jun 2026
Proposed Change Could Cut SSI For Nearly 400,000 Beneficiaries
Social Security is proposing a rule change that may affect hundreds of thousands of people on Supplemental Security Income who live with family or friends. The post Proposed Change Could Cut SSI For Nearly 400,000 Beneficiaries appeared first on Disability Scoop .
2 Jun 2026
Wrightslaw ZOOM Training on September 17, 2026
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Conference, a Wrightslaw training program featuring Pete Wright, Esq., is being co-sponsored by The Parents’ Place of Maryland and the PEAL Center. Early Bird Continue Reading → The post Wrightslaw ZOOM Training on September 17, 2026 first appeared on Wrightslaw Way .
1 Jun 2026
How Much Do Schools Spend On Special Education? Feds Aim To Find Out
For the first time in more than two decades, federal officials are moving forward with plans to find out just how much schools across the nation are spending on students with disabilities. The post How Much Do Schools Spend On Special Education? Feds Aim To Find Out appeared first on Disability Scoop .
1 Jun 2026
Supreme Court Punts On Deciding How Intellectual Disability Is Defined
Months after the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that advocates said could have major implications for intellectual disability and how it is defined, the justices said never mind. The post Supreme Court Punts On Deciding How Intellectual Disability Is Defined appeared first on Disability Scoop .
22 May 2026
Feds Announce ‘Largest Autism Fraud Bust In American History’
The U.S. Department of Justice said over $90 million was allegedly pilfered from Medicaid programs including those serving kids with autism and supporting community living for people with disabilities. The post Feds Announce ‘Largest Autism Fraud Bust In American History’ appeared first on Disability Scoop .
22 May 2026
Kids Keep Getting Stuck In Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared For Discharge
Across the country, the practice of allowing children — including those with disabilities and complex medical conditions — to remain hospitalized "beyond medical necessity" has become a costly problem. The post Kids Keep Getting Stuck In Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared For Discharge appeared first on Disability Scoop .
21 May 2026
PBS Brings Back Series Focused On Character With Autism
A popular drama centering on a detective with autism who has a unique way of solving crimes is set to return. The post PBS Brings Back Series Focused On Character With Autism appeared first on Disability Scoop .
20 May 2026
States Ask Federal Court To Strike Disability Protections
A multi-state lawsuit challenging the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in the community is barreling forward even as some states are calling it quits. The post States Ask Federal Court To Strike Disability Protections appeared first on Disability Scoop .
19 May 2026
Autism Increases Odds Of Suicidal Crisis. 988 Is Changing To Better Serve This Group
Shifts in 988 hotline volunteer behavior can have a major impact for callers with autism, a population more likely to experience suicidal crisis. The post Autism Increases Odds Of Suicidal Crisis. 988 Is Changing To Better Serve This Group appeared first on Disability Scoop .
19 May 2026
Pipeline Turns Classroom Paraprofessionals Into Teachers
With tuition assistance and a paid apprenticeship, an initiative is allowing classroom aides to join the teaching ranks — including working as special educators — in their own communities. The post Pipeline Turns Classroom Paraprofessionals Into Teachers appeared first on Disability Scoop .
19 May 2026
Social Security, SSI Benefits Likely To Rise
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries could see a big jump in their monthly payments come next year. The post Social Security, SSI Benefits Likely To Rise appeared first on Disability Scoop .
18 May 2026
Airlines Increasingly Commit To Autism Training For Staff
Just ahead of the summer travel season, another airline is taking steps to be more welcoming toward travelers on the spectrum. The post Airlines Increasingly Commit To Autism Training For Staff appeared first on Disability Scoop .
15 May 2026
Ed Department Unleashes $144 Million For Special Education
The Trump administration will send millions more to states to support students with disabilities — in some cases allowing IDEA funds to assist children before they're even born. The post Ed Department Unleashes $144 Million For Special Education appeared first on Disability Scoop .
14 May 2026
Flag At US Capitol Honors 22-Year-Old Who Died At Day Program
An American flag will be flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of a man with autism who died after falling from a third-floor window while attending a state-certified day habilitation program. The post Flag At US Capitol Honors 22-Year-Old Who Died At Day Program appeared first on Disability Scoop .
14 May 2026
One Man Has Filed 1,800 ADA Lawsuits. Store Owners Are Fed Up
A handful of people mostly represented by the same law firm are responsible for suing thousands of businesses under the ADA. Owners say they are being squeezed over what they claim are minor violations. The post One Man Has Filed 1,800 ADA Lawsuits. Store Owners Are Fed Up appeared first on Disability Scoop .
13 May 2026
Wrightslaw and The Collaborative IEP Training in the Greater Cincinnati Area
A two-day, in-person special education law and advocacy conference designed for parents/caregivers of students with IEPs and 504 Plans, as well as the professionals who support them. Hosted by Meier Continue Reading → The post Wrightslaw and The Collaborative IEP Training in the Greater Cincinnati Area first appeared on Wrightslaw Way .
12 May 2026
Autism Researcher Facing Charges Of Stealing Over $1 Million From CDC
An autism researcher accused of absconding with more than a $1 million in CDC grants and using the money for personal gain has been extradited after almost 14 years on the lam. The post Autism Researcher Facing Charges Of Stealing Over $1 Million From CDC appeared first on Disability Scoop .
12 May 2026
TV Ad Puts Spotlight On Assistive Technology
An AT&T commercial centers on a 7-year-old with cerebral palsy and hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy who uses eye-gaze technology to communicate — and to play music. The post TV Ad Puts Spotlight On Assistive Technology appeared first on Disability Scoop .
12 May 2026
Ed Department Investigating School District Over Plan To Centralize Special Education
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has opened an investigation into one of the nation's largest school districts over efforts to relocate many students with disabilities. The post Ed Department Investigating School District Over Plan To Centralize Special Education appeared first on Disability Scoop .
12 May 2026
Feds To Reconsider Rule Barring Disability Discrimination In Healthcare
Just as they were set to take effect, federal officials are delaying new requirements meant to make healthcare more accessible to people with disabilities and signaling that additional changes are likely. The post Feds To Reconsider Rule Barring Disability Discrimination In Healthcare appeared first on Disability Scoop .
11 May 2026
National Hotline For IDD Caregivers Proposed
A group of federal lawmakers if pushing to establish a first-ever national hotline for caregivers of those with developmental disabilities. The post National Hotline For IDD Caregivers Proposed appeared first on Disability Scoop .
8 May 2026
With 24 Hours Of Free Throws, Mom Raises Big Money For Special Olympics
At an event that’s like a telethon crossed with a basketball practice, a former college player and ESPN analyst makes 100 free throws every hour for 24 hours, all inspired by her son with Down syndrome. The post With 24 Hours Of Free Throws, Mom Raises Big Money For Special Olympics appeared first on Disability Scoop .
8 May 2026
FDA May Finalize Ban On Shock Devices Used On People With Developmental Disabilities
Two years after the Food and Drug Administration proposed a ban on the use of electric shock devices to address behavior issues in those with disabilities, the agency says a decision is near. The post FDA May Finalize Ban On Shock Devices Used On People With Developmental Disabilities appeared first on Disability Scoop .
7 May 2026
Tactile Museum Tour Lets Blind And Low-Vision Visitors Decode History With Their Hands
At the National Constitution Center, a touch tour is offering the chance to feel bronze statues of the nation's founders to pick up on their age, status and demeanor through touch. The post Tactile Museum Tour Lets Blind And Low-Vision Visitors Decode History With Their Hands appeared first on Disability Scoop .
6 May 2026
TRT CLE – Administrative Special Education Due Process Hearings with Pete Wright, Esq.
May 31, 2026: NYC and Nationwide – Administrative Special Education Due Process Hearings hosted by TRTCLE.com. Designed for newly licensed attorneys, but anyone can attend. It will be live in Continue Reading → The post TRT CLE – Administrative Special Education Due Process Hearings with Pete Wright, Esq. first appeared on Wrightslaw Way .
5 May 2026
Deadline Looms For Healthcare Providers To Improve Accessibility
New rules mandating greater disability access in healthcare are about to take effect, but recent actions suggest that federal officials may be mulling a delay. The post Deadline Looms For Healthcare Providers To Improve Accessibility appeared first on Disability Scoop .
5 May 2026
Medicaid Fraud Crackdown Puts Pressure On People Relying On Services
Fraud-fighting efforts have put individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other conditions on edge, leaving some scrambling to find services. The post Medicaid Fraud Crackdown Puts Pressure On People Relying On Services appeared first on Disability Scoop .
5 May 2026
How 13 High Schoolers Are Fighting The Bullying Crisis Facing Students With Disabilities
Students with disabilities are bullied and socially excluded more than their peers. A group of high school students is trying to change that. The post How 13 High Schoolers Are Fighting The Bullying Crisis Facing Students With Disabilities appeared first on Disability Scoop .
5 May 2026
Government Panel Recommends Adopting ‘Profound Autism’ Label
A key autism panel that was dramatically reshaped by RFK Jr. is recommending that the federal government embrace the term "profound autism," but the way they are going about it is raising red flags. The post Government Panel Recommends Adopting ‘Profound Autism’ Label appeared first on Disability Scoop .
4 May 2026
Autism Misinformation Widespread On Social Media, Study Finds
As people increasingly turn to social media for health advice, a new study finds that much of the content circulating on these online platforms about autism and mental health issues is misleading. The post Autism Misinformation Widespread On Social Media, Study Finds appeared first on Disability Scoop .
1 May 2026
States Face Another Challenge With Medicaid Work Rules: Staffing Shortages
Some states already lack staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result. The post States Face Another Challenge With Medicaid Work Rules: Staffing Shortages appeared first on Disability Scoop .
1 May 2026
Couple Plan 400-Acre Neighborhood For Adults With Disabilities
The community, which is expected to be home to hundreds of adults with disabilities, will include shops, restaurants, a pool and other amenities that will be open to the public at large. The post Couple Plan 400-Acre Neighborhood For Adults With Disabilities appeared first on Disability Scoop .
30 Apr 2026
Education Secretary Says Department Still Working To Offload Special Ed
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department. The post Education Secretary Says Department Still Working To Offload Special Ed appeared first on Disability Scoop .
29 Apr 2026
Postsecondary Program To Prepare Those With Autism To Work In Video Game Industry
A unique studio that trains people with autism to work in the movie business is expanding to a new field: video games. The post Postsecondary Program To Prepare Those With Autism To Work In Video Game Industry appeared first on Disability Scoop .
28 Apr 2026
Social Security Is Temporarily Closing Locations
The Social Security Administration is warning that some local offices are closed, running on reduced hours or handling visitors by phone only — and urging people to check before they make the trip. The post Social Security Is Temporarily Closing Locations appeared first on Disability Scoop .
28 Apr 2026
‘Wicked’ Star Marissa Bode Says Airline Denied Her Access Over Wheelchair
"Wicked" star Marissa Bode is speaking out after she was allegedly barred from boarding a commercial flight due to her wheelchair. The post ‘Wicked’ Star Marissa Bode Says Airline Denied Her Access Over Wheelchair appeared first on Disability Scoop .
28 Apr 2026
Ed Department Funding For Special Education Research May Soon Lapse
Congress mandates that millions of dollars each year go toward researching best practices in special education, but a new analysis warns that the vast majority of the funds could go unspent this year. The post Ed Department Funding For Special Education Research May Soon Lapse appeared first on Disability Scoop .
27 Apr 2026
For Kids With Disabilities, Early Intervention Boosts Academics Later
Accessing early intervention services like speech, occupational, physical or behavioral therapy in the first years of life can lead to more than developmental gains, new research suggests. The post For Kids With Disabilities, Early Intervention Boosts Academics Later appeared first on Disability Scoop .
24 Apr 2026
Show Offers Solo Comedic Take On Being The Mom Of A Child With Autism
With her 80-minute solo show, "Not the Right Mom: A Full Spectrum Comedy," Megan Dolan gives a humorous take on the challenges, joys and chaos of the first year after her son's autism diagnosis. The post Show Offers Solo Comedic Take On Being The Mom Of A Child With Autism appeared first on Disability Scoop .
24 Apr 2026