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Iowa lawmakers have advanced legislation that would eliminate the income tax for health-care workers who support people with disabilities. Advocates see the measure as an incentive for health-care professionals who might consider entering this field, but are discouraged by the low pay. They have called House File 264 a "trade-off" for the low wages. .
While some Nevada laws such as Senate Bill 68 aim to increase supportive housing for those with behavioral, mental and physical disabilities, others say such proposals simply do not go far enough when it comes to accessible housing. Ace Patrick, board member of the Nevada Statewide Independent Living Council, knows firsthand the struggle of having to look for housing. Patrick said not only does more need to be done to get at the root of the problem which many with disabilities face, but lawmakers need to do better in listening to their disabled constituents who have unique challenges. .
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The CDC recently announced autism rates dramatically increased. Are we doing all we can for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the Tri-Valley who need programs, housing and life-long solutions?