Trump administration reverses stance on integration of people with disabilities
NPR
The Trump administration reversed its stance on the integration of people with disabilities by allowing a federal judge to remove references to "integration" from Section 504 regulations, effectively weakening protections that required services to be provided in the most integrated settings. Disability rights advocates expressed outrage, fearing this move undermines the rights of disabled individuals and could lead to increased segregation. Efforts are now focused on proposed legislation and state-level actions to reinforce integration protections.
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