Disability Rights Maryland

04/04/2026

Want to connect with The Sunshine Folk? Contact Audrey at 443-692-2507

04/03/2026

On March 31, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) titled “Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections.”

This EO will make voting by mail more difficult and restrict who can vote by mail.

AAPD is highly concerned that if any aspects of this EO go into effect, voters with disabilities and other marginalized communities will be disproportionately harmed. Already, disabled voters face increased challenges in accessing their right to vote because of policies and practices that make voting difficult. For many people with disabilities, voting by mail is the only way they can participate in elections. An attack on vote by mail is an attack on disabled voters.

Fewer people voting is not good for democracy. Voting should be easy and accessible for all eligible voters.

ID: White text on a dark blue background that says "Attacks on vote by mail are attacks on voters with disabilities."

04/02/2026

Flashback to our HB1060 bill hearing a few weeks ago. This bill would require the state to track and report petitions for emergency evaluations of students.

Thank you Kathy for testifying as a parent and Delegate Stephanie Smith for sponsoring the bill.

Pictured from left to right Kathy Flann, DRM Managing Attorney and Policy Counsel, Leslie Seid Margolis, Delegate Stephanie Smith , and Education Advocacy Coalition Rep, Logan Ewing.

03/25/2026

⚖️ Did you know that only 20% of individuals seeking civil legal services are able to get the help they need? That means the vast majority of Marylanders facing issues like eviction, custody disputes, or debt collection must navigate the legal system on their own.

⚖️ Did you know that only 20% of individuals seeking civil legal services are able to get the help they need? That means the vast majority of Marylanders facing issues like eviction, custody disputes, or debt collection must navigate the legal system on their own.

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03/21/2026

One of the key aspects of our work is Know Your Rights presentations. Many times, people aren't aware of what protections exist within our current laws. We help Marylanders with disabilities understand what rights they are entitled to and how to address any violations.

Pop Quiz: Share a voting right in the comments.

03/20/2026

At what point will decision makers realize public transportation has a tremendous impact on the quality of life for EVERYONE?!

World-class American transit would take significant investment. It would be worthwhile, and Maryland could lead the way.

03/19/2026

"One of the hardest parts of living with a brain injury is navigating the misconceptions others hold. A common myth... is that if you can work, communicate, or care for a family, you must be fine. Invisible symptoms are often misunderstood or minimized."

Read the full Story from : https://biausa.org/brain-injury/community/personal-stories/one-word-enduring

03/19/2026

To be eligible for MD’s Brain Injury Waiver, a single individual must:
1) have gotten a brain injury after age 17;
2) receive monthly countable income below $2,982;
3) have assets not exceeding $2500, and
4) receive care in a nursing facility or be staying at a CARF (Commission on Rehabilitation Facilities) accredited hospital.

For more information, contact Brain Injury Association of Maryland at 410-448-2924 or visit biamd.org.

03/18/2026

Join our friends in May for a celebration of inclusive and collaborative music-making.

Join us for a joyful night of music and community as Interplay Orchestra takes the stage at the 🎶

Our 36-year-old inclusive ensemble of adult musicians with and without disabilities will perform an exciting, eclectic program featuring U2, Olivia Dean, Prince, Duke Ellington, Antonín Dvořák, Phil Collins, Herbie Hancock, Dolly Parton, Ozzy Osbourne, and more.

It’s going to be an inspiring evening full of energy, connection, and celebration. Mark your calendars! More details and tickets coming soon.

03/17/2026

For 49 years, DRM has advanced the civil rights of people with disabilities by providing free legal services. For 49 years, it has been a fight.

Join us in the fight. www.DisabilityRightsMD.org/Donate

03/16/2026

"Three apps and one website help travelers with a variety of disabilities identify potential obstacles.."

Three apps and one website help travelers with a variety of disabilities identify potential obstacles, get audio descriptions in 185 languages and book custom trips.

03/13/2026

Maryland State Board of Elections will be hosting three (3) days of in-person public demonstrations of the accessible ballot marking device and precinct based tabulator. The demonstration will allow the public to ask questions and submit comments.

The demonstrations are free and open to the public. RSVP through the link below. Videos depicting the voting systems will be available to people who cannot attend in person upon request after March 25, 2026. Please submit all requests to info.sbe@maryland.gov.

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019ce3821109765390f86354b0895183


Questions? Call 1-800-222-8683 or email info.sbe@maryland.gov.