Division of Developmental Disabilities Town Hall Webinar June 23, 2016, 1 to 3 p.m. The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) values communication with the people and families we serve. … Read more »
IL Legislative Alerts
New Arc Action Alert
Tuesday, the Senate Human Services Committee passed our DSP Wage Bill House Bill 5931 by a vote of 6 yes and 3 no. See how your Senator voted. House Bill… Read more »
Arc Action Alert
As you are already aware, The Arc is working with a larger coalition of State Associations and AFSCME to increase Direct Support Professionals starting wage to $15.00. Last week the… Read more »
Arc and Governor Mum on Ideas for Budget
Legislators return to the Capitol today to consider the Fair Tax amendment and state budget. Could this be the week? Do you think legislators would vote for a tax increase… Read more »
Arc Action Alert on DSP Wages
Okay folks the time to act is now! This is the vote we have been waiting for! This bill will increase DSP wages to $15.00 and all other staff including… Read more »
Arc and Coalition Calls for Immediate Action to Address DSP Crisis
Okay folks we need to step it up! We have had two Regional Meetings on the DSP Crisis with decent but limited attendance. We can do better! I am please… Read more »
Arc Update and Action Needed on DSP Wage Legislation
First and foremost, providers must complete the financial report Ligas attorneys have requested. Here is a link to the report: Data Requested from ICF and CILA Providers Regarding Rates. Get… Read more »
Arc Action Alert on DSP Wage Legislation Again
Raise the Wage Alert Take Action Now! i am very pleased to inform you that we now have a hearing for our Direct Support Professional Wage Bill in the House… Read more »
Arc Action Alert on DSP Wage Legislation
Raise the Wage Alert Take Action Now! The Senate Human Services Committee is meeting on Tuesday (April 12) in Room 409 of the Capitol with Senate Bill 2952 (DSP Wage… Read more »
Arc Action Alert
On Tuesday both the House and Senate will consider bills that in my opinion .takes the disability service system in the opposite direction we should be going in Illinois. The… Read more »