Policy updates, explained in plain language.
Medicaid rules, waiver changes, school updates, and disability policy can move fast. This page is here to help families understand what changed, why it matters, and what to check next.
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Pennsylvania removed the lifetime limit on Assistive Technology for many waiver families
This is the kind of update families can easily miss. If your child uses waiver-funded supports in Pennsylvania, this change may affect how Assistive Technology can be requested over time.
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Pennsylvania removed the lifetime limit on Assistive Technology for many waiver families
A parent-friendly look at what changed, who may be affected, and what families may want to ask their support team.
New York families can now see more OPWDD service data in one place
OPWDD released updated dashboards that may help families better understand services, spending, and access patterns.
Florida families may see new autism and developmental disability supports take shape
A practical summary of updates connected to early intervention, autism supports, educator training, and school options.
California released a new autism and developmental disability plan
California released a long-term plan for developmental services. Here is what regional center families may want to watch.
Texas families may want to watch special education funding and disability rights updates
Texas families may want to watch school service information, special education funding, and disability rights updates.
Colorado Medicaid changes may include important disability exemptions
Colorado shared Medicaid changes for 2026 and 2027. Many disability families may be exempt, but notices still matter.
How to use these updates
Think of this page as a friendly heads-up, not a replacement for your care team, case manager, school team, or state agency. We will point you to the source, explain what changed, and help you figure out what might be worth asking next.
Every family is different. If an update sounds like it may apply to you, use it as a starting point for a conversation with the people who support your child.
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