#TheArcVotesFact SheetsFederal IssuesGovernment AffairsNews May 19, 2026 Fact Sheet: Understanding Voting Rights and Current Threats to Access for the Disability Community Voting is a fundamental right and an essential part of full participation in community life.… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsWorkforce Initiative May 7, 2026 Massachusetts State Senate to Pass PROTECT Act, Including Amendment #6 (DDS Facilities) GOOD NEWS: The State Senate is poised to pass an important bill to protect immigrant… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNews April 16, 2026 The FY27 Federal Budget Proposal Has Been Released – Here’s What We Know So Far The federal budget process begins in April with the President's budget proposal, which is a… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsWorkforce Initiative March 26, 2026 Understanding the PROTECT Act: The Latest on Immigration Enforcement Regulations in Massachusetts and How They Affect the Disability Community The Arc continues to be concerned about the impact of increased federal immigration enforcement actions… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Budget & PolicyEventsFederal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsWorkforce Initiative March 11, 2026 48th Annual Legislative Reception: Over 600 Advocates Fill the State House to Advocate for Protecting the Rights and Lives of People with IDD and Autism For the second year in a row, a record turnout of over 600 advocates gathered… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsPress ReleasesWorkforce Initiative February 3, 2026 The Arc of Massachusetts Statement on Judge’s Decision Temporarily Blocking the End of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians Yesterday’s court decision temporarily allowing Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians to continue provides critical… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Budget & PolicyFederal IssuesGovernment AffairsMedicaidNews January 28, 2026 The Arc’s Initial Response: Governor Healey Releases FY27 Budget Proposal Today (Wednesday, January 28), Governor Maura Healey released her budget recommendation for fiscal year 2027… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsPress Releases January 25, 2026 Statement from CEO Maura Sullivan on Protecting Our Workforce The Arc of Massachusetts stands in 100% support of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley’s urgent push to… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Federal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsSupporting Families January 22, 2026 January 2026 Community Check-In: We Want to Hear Your Story Federal policy changes are already affecting people with disabilities and their families. Federal actions and… The Arc of Massachusetts 0
Fact SheetsFederal IssuesGovernment AffairsNewsWorkforce Initiative January 22, 2026 [UPDATED] Fact Sheet: Understanding Recent Immigration Policy Changes and Impact on the Disability Community – January 2026 Update The Federal Government is changing immigration policies to impose more limitations on who can live… The Arc of Massachusetts 0