The Arc of Massachusetts Sends Letter To Governor Baker Regarding Updated Federal Reimbursement For HCBS

March 22, 2021Budget & Policy, COVID19, News

On Friday, March 19, The Arc of Massachusetts sent Governor Baker a letter regarding the allocation of a federal reimbursement bump for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) for one year included in the American Rescue Plan, the COVID relief package recently signed into law by President Biden. Continue reading

COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: Moving Forward Together

March 4, 2021Budget & Policy, COVID19, Government Affairs, Leo's Letters, News

Thank you for all of you who joined us yesterday at our 43rd Annual Legislative Reception held with the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council. Continue reading

Contact Your Representative: Ensure FY22 Budget Funding to Support Individuals with I/DD and Autism

February 25, 2021Budget & Policy, Government Affairs, News

Last week, The Arc of Massachusetts sent our budget requests to the state legislature for certain line items regarding the Governor’s FY’22 House 1 budget. Continue reading

The Arc of Massachusetts Shares FY22 Budget Request With Legislature

February 16, 2021Budget & Policy, COVID19, Government Affairs, News, Supporting Families

Today, The Arc of Massachusetts sent our budget requests to the state legislature for certain line items after reviewing the Governor’s FY’22 House 1 budget. Continue reading

COVID-19: Have You Spent Down Your Stimulus Payment?

February 11, 2021Budget & Policy, COVID19, News, Supporting Families

In April 2020, The Arc of Massachusetts shared an email announcing the good news about the economic impact (stimulus) payments that were being distributed from the federal government, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading

The Arc of Massachusetts Releases FY22 State Budget Analysis

January 28, 2021Budget & Policy, Government Affairs, News

Thank you to Governor Baker, Secretary Sudders, and DDS Commissioner Ryder for a strong show of support for our community. Though we will advocate for more resources, we appreciate this budget for our constituents, especially considering the pandemic’s financial impact. Continue reading

Contact Your Senator: Co-Sponsor These Budget Amendments for the Disability Community

November 16, 2020Budget & Policy, COVID19, Government Affairs, News

The state budget is now being deliberated in the Senate for fiscal year 2021 (ending on June 30, 2021). Your advocacy is needed at this vital step in the budget process! We need additional funding to stabilize the safety net, support disabled individuals and families, and prevent day program closures. Continue reading

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