Policy Recommendations
The Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD) in accordance with its enabling statute, Human Resources Code, Title 7 Chapter 115, Sec. 115.009.(3), respectfully submits this report to the Governor and to the 86th Texas Legislature on recommended changes in state laws relating to persons with disabilities. GCPD recommends changes in disability policies and programs in the areas of accessibility, communication, education, emergency preparedness, health, housing, recreation, transportation, veterans and workforce.
The full document is available in an accessible Word version and as a PDF:
Policy Recommendations for 2020-2021 and 86th Legislative Session in Word Format
Policy Recommendations for 2020-2021 and 86th Legislative Session in PDF Format
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