The state Senate on Monday passed a package of bills, including three sponsored by state Sen. John Mannion, that aim to boost individuals with disabilities.
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“I want to put a face with their names because they re real people,” Tobia said.
Both of her brothers live in a group home and are fully vaccinated. Billy, however, has a severe case of cerebral palsy and cognitive impairment, along with a very complex seizure disorder.
Tobia said, due to the state’s delay on updating group home COVID-19 guidelines, Billy still isn t able to attend his day-hab program.
“There were months and months that Billy didn t even leave his group home. Months he sat there,” Tobia said.
Assemblymember Melissa Miller (r) and her son Oliver.
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A Wisconsin Senate committee heard testimony yesterday on a host of election-related measures.
Critics describe the effort as a form of voter suppression, while supporters say they want to restore faith in the system. The measures, authored by Republicans, surfaced amid allegations at the national level of widespread voter fraud. The claims were largely discredited by the courts.
But many GOP-controlled legislatures still have proposed restrictions. Matt Rothschild, executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, testified against the bills being considered in the Badger State. “And this is corroding the very cornerstone of our democracy,” Rothschild asserted. “You’re playing with fire here, it’s very dangerous.” He referred to the January 6th insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Families angry that relatives in NY group homes remain isolated
NY group homes
Many families who have loved ones living in group homes are so frustrated that New York officials haven t revised COVID guidelines to be in line with the CDC s recommendations.
NEW YORK - Laura Tobia s brother, Billy, has severe cerebral palsy and lives in a group home.
COVID-19 restrictions are continuing to prevent him from participating in any outside programs and services he critically needs. I m scratching my head trying to figure out why there are theaters opening, Tobia said. There are fairs that are about to happen and festivals and sporting events and music events and my brother has been sitting at home.