Disability Rights

Disability Rights

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The ACLU of Ohio strives for a state free of discrimination against people with disabilities; where people with disabilities are valued, integrated members of society who have full access to education, homes, health care, jobs, families, voting, and civic engagement. We are also committed to ensuring that people with disabilities are no longer segregated into, and overrepresented in, civil and criminal institutions such as nursing homes, psychiatric hospitals, jails, and prisons.

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House Bill 54 - Opponent Testimony

House Bill 54, better known as the transportation budget bill, includes an anti-voter provision that requires people to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote, or updating their registration, at the Bureau of Moter Vehicles.
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ACLU of Ohio Voter Impact Fund

The ACLU of Ohio Voter Impact Fund was created to support our critical electoral work to ensure the ACLU of Ohio remains a trusted leader in protecting the rights and civil liberties of all Ohioans.
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Federal Court Strikes Down Restrictions on Voters with Disabilities in Ohio

Issue Areas: Voting, Disability Rights
Legislation
Jul 19, 2017

HB 271 - Disability accessibility violations (2017-2018)

Status: Pending
Legislation
Dec 16, 2015

HB 50 - Guardianship Guide and Ward’s Bill of Rights (2015-2016)

Status: Failed
Legislation
Apr 04, 2014

HB 333 - Disability Accessibility Violations (2013-2014)

Status: Failed
Legislation
Jan 09, 2014

SB 167 - Elimination of Zero-Tolerance Policies (2013-2014)

Status: Failed