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Nov 5, 2024 · Feds Crack Down On Airline Mistreatment Of Passengers With Disabilities. Federal officials are imposing a record-setting $50 million penalty on the nation's largest airline for …
Social Security Implements Changes To SSI Program
Oct 4, 2024 · The changes were all announced earlier this year as part of a broader effort to simplify the SSI program. Approximately 7.5 million Americans, including many with …
Model With Down Syndrome Is First For Victoria’s Secret
Feb 17, 2022 · Sofía Jirau, 25, who has Down syndrome, is part of the brand’s new Love Cloud campaign. The collection, announced on Valentine’s Day, is being called a first-of-its-kind …
Social Security Finalizes Change To SSI Benefits
Apr 9, 2024 · The rule change is one of “several updates” that Social Security said are in the works for SSI regulations, all aimed at helping people receiving and applying for benefits under …
Senators Push Back On Potential Changes To Subminimum Wage …
Sep 26, 2024 · The U.S. Department of Labor is planning to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking related to Section 14 (c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The law, which dates …
Universal Modifies Disability Access At Theme Parks
Oct 7, 2024 · Starting last year, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood began requiring people with disabilities to obtain a special card known as the Individual Accessibility …
Feds Tweak Housing Program For People With Disabilities
Sep 24, 2024 · With new guidance, federal officials are working to make it easier for people with disabilities to transition out of institutions or avoid such settings altogether.. The U.S. …
Clinical Standards For Autism Treatment See Major Update
Jun 10, 2024 · The document is intended to provide ABA standards of care for insurers, regulatory bodies, consumers, practitioners and other stakeholders. “ABA is a highly effective treatment …
Walmart To Offer Carts For Shoppers With Disabilities At Every Store
Jul 30, 2024 · Walmart said it will offer Caroline’s Cart at all of its roughly 4,600 stores in the U.S. by January. Caroline’s Cart looks like a typical shopping cart, but it includes a large seat with a …
SSI, Social Security Benefits To Rise - Disability Scoop
Oct 11, 2024 · With the increase, SSI will pay a maximum federal benefit of $967 per month to individuals, up from $943 this year. Couples will top out at $1,450 per month as opposed to …