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Proposed Changes to State Independent Living Rules

http://www.dvrcolorado.com/rules.php  

 

 

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IN THE NEWS is the place to check on issues of importance to the disability community.

 

  • We’ll tell you what’s happening in national and state legislation that impacts people with disabilities.

 

  • We’ll feature stories from the national and local press about people with disabilities.

 

But most important of all we’d like to post stories from Colorado communities that highlight the challenges and celebrate the successes of people with disabilities. Please share your stories with us by contacting us.

 

Current News:

For blind customer, RTD’s access program is in the dog house – The Denver Post

Colorado state law protects service dogs and their owners, allowing them to ride together in taxis and other public transportation but some RTD customers say the system is broken.
Read the entire article:  For blind customer, RTD’s access program is in the dog house