Updated February 27, 2026 Every child with a disability deserves the chance to learn, belong, and thrive in school. The federal special education law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), guarantees a free, appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities. To be eligible, a child must have a disability and need specialized instruction […]
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WASHINGTON, DC – Earlier this week, the Trump Administration released a budget proposal entitled “An American Budget”. The Arc released the following statement in response to the proposal:
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The Arc is pleased that Congress was able to negotiate a bipartisan budget deal last week. The deal provides welcome temporary relief for the non-defense discretionary part of the budget that funds a ...
It's the final countdown - Disability Policy Seminar is this month!
Join other advocates and professionals from all over the country to get up-to-date on the latest policy issues and legislation. I...
The Disability Rights Section of the U.S. Department of Justice is currently pursuing an Americans with Disabilities Act case against Nobel Learning Communities, a private daycare that expelled a chil...
In January, the Connecticut Supreme Court issued an opinion reversing the lower court’s decision in CCJEF v. Rell. While this case focused on school funding, not disability, the lower court judge us...
Comcast NBCUniversal invites chapters of The Arc to get involved and become local partners on their corporate day of giving!
For over 15 years, Comcast Cares Day has provided an opportunity for Comca...
In collaboration with the Capital Area Asset Builders (CAAB), The Arc’s Center for Future Planning is offering training to 5 chapters of The Arc on how to help low-income families improve their fina...
The Arc offers almost 70 different benefits, services and discounts to chapters of The Arc. Created with your guidance and feedback, these opportunities are designed for the range of chapters in our n...
There’s a reason for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous quote, “Everybody can be great because anybody can serve.” Community service, especially inclusive community service, does so much mor...
