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July 31, 2025

Massachusetts House of Representatives, Senate Pass Supplemental Budget Including Protect Education Equity Bill

Earlier today, the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Senate passed a supplemental budget that included the Protect Education Equity bill, which The Arc proudly endorsed. As rights and protections for…
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July 31, 2025

The Arc of Massachusetts Releases Impact Analysis of Current Federal Policies and Actions – Updated July 2025

The disability community is facing serious threats from the federal government. From devastating Medicaid cuts to the dismantling of long-standing support systems, immigration actions, cuts to research grants, and more,…
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July 28, 2025

The Arc Thanks DDS Commissioner Peterson for Timely Response to Recent Acts of Federal Government

"The Arc is pleased to see this timely response from the DDS Commissioner regarding the recent acts of our federal government. We are encouraged by the Commissioner’s statement and plan…
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