10/26/2026
This October marks the first Illinois Disability History Month. In Illinois, House Dems have made great strides to protect and expand the rights of people living with disabilities throughout our state.Â
We’ve passed the Dignity in Pay Act to ensure workers of all abilities receive a fair wages. We’ve improved the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program so parents can save for home adaptations as soon as their child receives a disability diagnosis. Under Sami’s Law, all public buildings will include a mobile changing table within an accessible stall. And, the new Blue Envelope Program will promote safer interactions between neurodivergent drivers and law enforcement.
This October marks the first Illinois Disability History Month. In Illinois, House Dems have made great strides to protect and expand the rights of people living with disabilities throughout our state.Â
We’ve passed the Dignity in Pay Act to ensure workers of all abilities receive a fair wages. We’ve improved the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program so parents can save for home adaptations as soon as their child receives a disability diagnosis. Under Sami’s Law, all public buildings will include a mobile changing table within an accessible stall. And, the new Blue Envelope Program will promote safer interactions between neurodivergent drivers and law enforcement.