The NDSS legislative agenda spans the life experience of individuals with Down syndrome from birth through adulthood and ranges in issue from health care to asset development. These priorities have been shaped by self-advocates, families, affiliate leaders and others under the direction of the NDSS Board of Directors.
A briefing document of all of NDSS’ current federal legislative priorities is available at this link.
NDSS advocates for education laws and policies that uphold the rights of individuals with Down syndrome to receive a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive setting: promote principles and practices designed to improve educational outcomes for students with Down syndrome.
People with Down syndrome face many challenges in gaining economic self-sufficiency. NDSS advocates break down barriers and to develop financial planning opportunities for people with Down syndrome and their families.
NDSS is actively involved in advocacy efforts to create meaningful, integrated employment opportunities for people with Down syndrome. The broad scope of our efforts and our federal and state legislative priorities are described in this section.
“Being a part of the 200+ advocates on the hill meeting with elected officials was inspiring and powerful. This example and experience gives us fuel to come back home, roll up our sleeves and get to work.”
