We are mandated to work with and educate policymakers and the public about key policy issues that impact people with developmental disabilities and their families.

The RIDDC routinely holds open public forums and proposed bill sharing sessions, and focuses on key legislative priorities. We interact with policymakers about these priorities and, alongside people with developmental disabilities, provide testimony on bills. Similarly, we assist the public in their efforts. We analyze potential impact and educate, but this organization does not lobby.

Thank you to everyone who testified or spoke out in support of bills improving the lives of Rhode Islanders with disabilities.

THIS LEGISLATIVE SESSION – An Overview

For a short description of every bill that was tracked and the status of each, you may review the document here.

Supported Decision Making

To view the full video of the Senate Committee hearing on Supported Decision Making or to read the Fact Sheet please click one of the buttons below.