Massachusetts Senate Adopts Nicky’s Law Expansion Amendment

A longtime advocacy priority, this supports the safety of our community regardless of where they receive services. The bill voted on today already included an expansion for the abuse registry to child care providers.

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Record Turnout at 2026 Transition Conference

On Saturday, October 24, The Arc of Massachusetts welcomed a record attendance of nearly 500 to our 2026 Transition Conference – Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow.

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Government Affairs News Nicky's Law

November 5, 2026

Massachusetts State Senate Adopts Amendment to Expand Nicky’s Law to MassHealth Day Habilitation Programs

BREAKING: We are thrilled to share that earlier today, the State Senate adopted Senator Michael Moore's amendment to expand the protections of Nicky's Law to MassHealth Day Habilitation programs! A…

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Development Federal Issues Government Affairs Medicaid News

November 5, 2026

A Moment for Hope and Our Continued Commitment to Advocacy

The past two years have brought significant challenges and uncertainty for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism, their families, providers, and caregivers. From cuts to Medicaid and…

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Development Federal Issues Government Affairs Medicaid News

November 5, 2026

A New Chapter Begins. Our Fight Continues.

The midterm election is over – and today, I am filled with cautious hope. While the final votes are still being counted in some races, one thing is clear: the…

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