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Settlement Reached on Amtrak Station Accessibility

The National Disability Rights Network has been involved in a long battle to make sure Amtrak stations become accessible. While there have been improvements, most…
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Mental Health Care In Milwaukee Could Include New Emergency Center

Milwaukee County is planning changes to its crisis mental health services, including a new mental health emergency center. WUWM talks with stakeholders about the proposed…
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COVID-19 Vaccine Updates and Resources

New Guidance on Eligibility for Vaccine The COVID-19 vaccine is being distributed to Wisconsin residents in a phased approach. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)…
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First DPI Statewide Release of Seclusion/Restraint Data

Disability Rights Wisconsin played an instrumental role in last year’s improvements to Wisconsin law regulating restraint and seclusion in school.  The Department of Public Instruction…
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DRW Submits Comments to SDMAC’s Vaccine 1b Priority Plan

After much careful consideration, DRW has completed its consideration of priority populations for 1b phase of COVID vaccinations. DRW strongly supports the Wisconsin’s State Disaster…
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