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H.R.3420 - Words Matter Act of 2025 - The Words Matter Act replaces more than two dozen instances of the term mentally retarded in U.S. Code with contemporary, respectful language.

H.R.3420 - Words Matter Act of 2025 - The Words Matter Act replaces more than two dozen instances of the term mentally retarded in U.S. Code with contemporary, respectful language.

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), H.R.3409 - HEADs UP Act of 2025: The HEADs UP Act would designate people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) as a Medically Underserved Population, opening up many government programs aimed at improving access to care and reducing health disparities.

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), H.R.3409 - HEADs UP Act of 2025: The HEADs UP Act would designate people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) as a Medically Underserved Population, opening up many government programs aimed at improving access to care and reducing health disparities.

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), H.R.3409 - HEADs UP Act of 2025: The HEADs UP Act would designate people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) as a Medically Underserved Population, opening up many government programs aimed at improving access to care and reducing health disparities.

H.R.3420 - Words Matter Act of 2025 - The Words Matter Act replaces more than two dozen instances of the term mentally retarded in U.S. Code with contemporary, respectful language.

H.R.3420 - Words Matter Act of 2025 - The Words Matter Act replaces more than two dozen instances of the term mentally retarded in U.S. Code with contemporary, respectful language.

H.R.3420 - Words Matter Act of 2025 - The Words Matter Act replaces more than two dozen instances of the term mentally retarded in U.S. Code with contemporary, respectful language.

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality/marriage equality for people with disabilities (H.R.7055 - EMPSA Act - Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act- This bill excludes a spouse's income and resources when determining eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and disregards marital status when calculating the SSI benefit amount, for an adult who has a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. (SSI is a federal income supplement program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet basic needs.)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (This bill establishes the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program in the Department of State. Through the program, the State Department may provide grants to assist organizations of persons with disabilities and family members of children with disabilities in communicating about and advocating for policies that ensure the family inclusion and transition to independent living of children with disabilities. The bill also authorizes the State Department to fund certain nongovernmental organizations to build the capacity to advance policies such as (1) creating rights protection programs for people with disabilities, and (2) promoting the development of advocacy skills and leadership abilities of people with disabilities.)

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes), inclusion of International Basic Education funding in the President's FY2025 budget.

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality/marriage equality for people with disabilities (H.R.7055 - EMPSA Act - Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act- This bill excludes a spouse's income and resources when determining eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and disregards marital status when calculating the SSI benefit amount, for an adult who has a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. (SSI is a federal income supplement program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet basic needs.)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality/marriage equality for people with disabilities (H.R.7055 - EMPSA Act - Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act- This bill excludes a spouse's income and resources when determining eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and disregards marital status when calculating the SSI benefit amount, for an adult who has a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. (SSI is a federal income supplement program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet basic needs.)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality/marriage equality for people with disabilities (H.R.7055 - EMPSA Act - Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act- This bill excludes a spouse's income and resources when determining eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and disregards marital status when calculating the SSI benefit amount, for an adult who has a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. (SSI is a federal income supplement program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet basic needs.)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163/S.3698) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The ABLE Awareness Act (S.4910) (This bill takes steps to increase awareness of ABLE programs among eligible populations by directing agencies to inform people about ABLE when they sign up for means-tested and other programs. It also creates a grant program to states to advertise the ABLE program through activities such as media buys, billboard ads, and other avenues.) The ABLE Direct Deposit Act (S.4909) (This bill clarifies that no state law can prohibit ABLE programs from allowing direct deposit into ABLE accounts.) The ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (S.4911) (This bill will enshrine the ability of employers to contribute to ABLE accounts in lieu of a 401k account into federal law. This will allow people with disabilities working within the parameters of federal asset limits to access the same financial benefits as their coworkers without disabilities.)

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes), inclusion of International Basic Education funding in the President's FY2025 budget.

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (This bill establishes the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program in the Department of State. Through the program, the State Department may provide grants to assist organizations of persons with disabilities and family members of children with disabilities in communicating about and advocating for policies that ensure the family inclusion and transition to independent living of children with disabilities. The bill also authorizes the State Department to fund certain nongovernmental organizations to build the capacity to advance policies such as (1) creating rights protection programs for people with disabilities, and (2) promoting the development of advocacy skills and leadership abilities of people with disabilities.)

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (bill not yet introduced) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code), financial marriage equality for people with disabilities

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) - This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability.

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services), designation of people with disabilities as a "health disparity population"

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services.)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes), inclusion of International Basic Education funding in the President's FY2025 budget.

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes).

Words Matter Act of 2023 (H.R. 3111) (This bill would remove outdated terminology in specified statutes by replacing references to mentally retarded and mental retardation with intellectual disability), Words Matter for District of Columbia Courts Act (H.R. 6163) (This bill would eliminate the R word from Title 11 of the D.C. Code, replacing the R word with more appropriate and respectful terminology. In 2010, Congress eliminated several instances of the R word from the U.S. Code by passing Rosas Law (P.L. 111-256). Unfortunately, Title 11 of the D.C. Code still has three instances of the R word, and only Congress can amend Title 11 of the D.C. Code)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services.)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services)

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes and Healthy Communities programming (Healthy Athletes provides free health screenings and education for Special Olympics athletes and Healthy Communities is a recognition program within Special Olympics, working to increase access to quality health care and effective prevention programming to improve the health of people with intellectual disabilities), youth sports issues, medically underserved population designation for people with intellectual disabilities, H.R. 3880 (HEADs UP Act of 2023) (This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary. The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.), S.1219 - Health Equity for People with Disabilities Act (This bill modifies certain grants available to health centers that offer primary health services to medically underserved populations to ensure that members of such populations with disabilities receive accessible health services), designation of people with disabilities as a "health disparity population"

The Charitable Act (H.R. 3435, S. 566) (This bill allows individual taxpayers who do not otherwise itemize their tax deductions a deduction in taxable years beginning in 2023 or 2024 for charitable contributions. The deduction is limited to one-third of the standard deduction allowed to such taxpayers.)

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes), inclusion of International Basic Education funding in the President's FY2025 budget.

Special Olympics/UNICEF Global Partnership (through innovative programs and national partnerships, Special Olympics and UNICEF are working closely in over 35 nations to highlight the abilities and contributions that children and youth with intellectual disabilities make to their communities and countries. Special Olympics Programs worldwide have benefitted greatly from UNICEF support- through UNICEF Country Offices and National Committees alike. From Jamaica to Kazakhstan, and from Armenia to Brazil and beyond- UNICEF has been a pivotal partner in advancing key programs in support of Special Olympics athletes. Strategic initiatives such as Unified Sports, Healthy Athletes/Healthy Communities, Family Health Forums, Athlete Leadership and much more have witnessed significant growth throughout the developing world due to UNICEFs leadership in achieving equity for the worlds most vulnerable populations.)), Special Olympics Young Athletes (Special Olympics Young Athletes program is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, aged 2 to 7 years old. Young Athletes delivers direct intervention through inclusive developmental skill activities, and takes place in homes, schools, and communities led by parents, families, teachers, and volunteers supported with Special Olympics training and resources. The program follows standardized lessons corresponding to foundational skills developed through interactive play. Young Athletes also offers engaged parents and families the opportunity to implement activities in a home-based environment, ensuring that parents and families can harness the benefits of the program for their children irrespective of access to centers or schools), inclusive education as it relates to employment opportunities, international basic education appropriations to address critical international education needs and help mitigate the harmful effects of ongoing and escalating global crises, International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023 (H.R. 5847 and S. 847) (this bill would establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, as well as have other related purposes).