National Disability Council Plans Virtual Meeting in May
Published Date: 4/20/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Council on Disability is holding a virtual meeting on May 7, 2026, to share updates and vote on new research projects for the next year. This affects council members and anyone interested in disability policy, with no extra costs but important decisions shaping future work. The meeting is accessible online with accommodations like ASL and live captions to keep everyone included.
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Virtual Meeting with Accessibility Supports
You can attend the National Council on Disability's public meeting virtually on May 7, 2026, from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. EDT via Zoom for Government. American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters and CART (live captions) will be provided at no extra cost, and you can request additional accommodations by emailing Stacey Brown no later than 24 hours before the meeting.
Council Will Vote FY27 Research Projects
During the May 7, 2026 meeting (12:30-3:00 p.m. EDT), Council Members will present FY27 research project proposals and vote for their top three to establish the agency's slate of projects for the next fiscal year. This decision shapes the National Council on Disability's research agenda and may affect future disability policy and work priorities.
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