To read Paul S. Aronsohn's 2018 Annual Ombudsman Report, click below:
New Jersey Creates Ombudsman for Disability Services
Earlier this week, Governor Chris Christie signed A-3824 into law. The law 'establishes Office of Ombudsman for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families.'
From Lilo H. Stainton of NJ Spotlight: "Estimated to cost anywhere from $150,000 to $1.9 million annually, depending on its workload, the ombudsman and a limited staff would be responsible for helping individuals access appropriate federal, state, and local services; assisting them with communications with government agencies and dispute resolution, while serving as neutral arbitrators; identifying patterns of complaints and recommend improvements; and working with state agencies to better reach those they serve. In addition, the office would be required to report its work to state officials, the governor and the lawmaker each year."
Outgoing Governor Approves Array of Healthcare Programs - NJ Spotlight
Tax Bill Information
On December 20th, Congress passed the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017, which is expected to be signed by President Trump in the coming days. The bill will impact the funding of various aspects of disability services. Read the links below to learn more about the bill, its impact on the disability community, and the reaction of various leaders.
Disability and Disaster Response in the Age of Climate Change
Disability Community Responds to Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 Passing
34 things you need to know about the incoming tax law
Tax Bill May Threaten Disability Services
The GOP's Tax Bill Is a War On Disabled People
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