Disability Rights Arizona

The bill is scheduled for a final vote in the U.S. House TOMORROW. Almost 2 million Arizonans rely on Medicaid for essential healthcare and services through AHCCCS. There’s nothing “beautiful” about this bill. Arizona members of Congress must vote NO. tucsonsentinel.com/opinion/report…

The "big, beautiful bill" hit a major hurdle yesterday - but they're not stopping. The House already passed $800 BILLION in Medicaid cuts. Now, the Senate is trying to get them over the finish line. Use our action alert to email AND call: ow.ly/8nXS50WhIow

Congress is threatening to slash funding to the very network—including DRAZ—that protects the rights of people with disabilities. Without funding, who holds systems accountable? Tell Congress: Fully fund the P&A network: secure.everyaction.com/I6avR5LSvUamWd… apnews.com/article/disabi…

Today we celebrate 35 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act! Signed into law on July 26, 1990, this landmark civil rights law prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in all areas of public life. Learn more about the ADA: disabilityrightsaz.org/news/35-years-…

DRAZ is deeply concerned by the recent executive order “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets” which authorizes increased involuntary commitment of people experiencing homelessness, including individuals with mental health disabilities. disabilityrightsaz.org/press-release/…

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Want to let us know how we are doing? Take the DRAZ Survey! Please let us know what issues are important to you. Click here to take the survey: surveymonkey.com/r/LT9Y39P

TODAY: Virtual Training Series for Individuals with Mental Illness - June 30 and July 2 - mailchi.mp/azdisabilityla…

Speak up for accessible voting! Tell the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) that the voices of people with disabilities must be heard in the Voluntary Voting System Guidelines (VVSG) updates by 5pm ET today: secure.everyaction.com/9op-jzZGtUqq2-… #DisabilityRights

Disabled activists were arrested yesterday at the Russell Senate Office Building for staging a peaceful sit-in to protect Medicaid. Wheelchair users had their banner ripped away. Their wrists were zip-tied. #DisabilityRightsAreHumanRights #MedicaidMatters #HandsOffMedicaid

Want to let us know how we are doing? Take the DRAZ Survey! Please let us know what issues are important to you. Click here to take the survey: surveymonkey.com/r/LT9Y39P

Virtual Training Series for Individuals with Mental Illness - June 30 and July 2 - mailchi.mp/azdisabilityla…

DRAZ will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in honor of Juneteenth. We will reopen on Friday, June 20 at 8:00AM. To learn more about #Juneteenth, visit the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture at nmaahc.si.edu

Join our partner organizations this evening for this informative training on understanding how to stay safe and private online. This presentation is ideal for individuals ages 15-25 along with their family members and caregivers. Register here: tinyurl.com/yc7c9r67

The AACD is only two days away! And with a conference comes questions that you may have about the day. See our FAQ for answers or leave your comment below! #AACD2025

Join us on June 13 for the premier disability conference in the U.S. that addresses the intersection between race and disability. Don't miss out - Register now to secure your spot: bit.ly/aacd2025. #AACD2025