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CPR uses legal strategies, advocacy, and policy to promote the integration and full community participation of people with disabilities and all others who are devalued in today’s society.
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Litigation
Expanding and protecting the rights of people with disabilities.
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Defend Section 504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is under attack. Learn more and stay up-to-date on advocacy efforts to save it.
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Advocacy
Stay current on disability issues, educate yourself about the impact of proposed policy changes, and learn how to take action.
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Supported Decision-Making
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COVID-19
Get up-to-date resources on COVID-19 and its impact on people with disabilities, including information on the latest policy developments, medical rationing, and Medicaid.
News
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December 5, 2025On November 23, 2025, The U.S. District Court for the District of Maine rejected a joint effort by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the State of Maine to weaken a settlement protecting the state’s youth behavioral-health system and the rights of children with disabilities.
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December 2, 2025Giving Tuesday is a day to Give Thanks and Support CPR!
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November 21, 2025The case involves the state of Texas’ appeal of a trial court decision which found that Texas’ voter suppression law, S.B. 1, violates the rights of disabled voters under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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November 19, 2025Updates on Advocacy, Litigation, and Educational Initiatives
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November 10, 2025The Marsters v. Healey Settlement Agreement is now in year two of implementation. On November 10th, CPR, its co-counsel, and state officials met for the 5th quarterly meeting required by the Agreement. The Commonwealth reported on data for the first year and quarter one of year two.