Disability Issues

Among the changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, signed by President Trump on December 22, is a provision that could provide some temporary relief for families with high medical expenses.

Families taking advantage of ABLE savings accounts will have a little more flexibility in planning for special needs as a result of the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Under the new tax law, people whose student loan debt is discharged due to disability will no longer be taxed on the discharged income, potentially saving them tens of thousands of dollars.

Most special needs trusts give their trustee wide authority to respond to unforeseen circumstances. But for those concerned about placing some checks and balances on the trustee’s authority, one possible option is a care committee.

In guidance released to state Medicaid agencies, the Trump administration announced January 11 that it would allow states to experiment with creating work requirements. ...

The RAISE Act, a new bill passed by Congress and signed into law, directs the federal government to create a national Family Caregiving Strategy. ...

A new report highlights the severe burdens faced by SSI recipients in trying to obtain affordable housing.

Every major natural disaster disproportionately harms society’s most vulnerable populations.  Courts have ruled that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires emergency preparedness.

In response to what they claim are growing complaints, two of the nation’s largest airlines have announced new rules for passengers traveling with service and emotional-support animals.   ...