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06/26/2026

ACI Statement on DOJ Memorandum 📢 https://conta.cc/4gHFVwk

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06/24/2026

ACI STATEMENT ON DOJ MEMORANDUM

The Alliance Center for Independence believes that people with disabilities have the right to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities.

The recent Department of Justice memorandum concerning the interpretation of Olmstead raises concerns for disabled advocates nationwide because it challenges decades of understanding regarding community integration and the rights of people with disabilities to receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs.

Click here to read the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) position statement: https://mailchi.mp/ncil/resisting-institutionalization?e=acd02d36b0

For more than twenty-seven years, the Independent Living Movement has championed the principle that people with disabilities should have choices and not be forced into institutional settings. This principle has allowed thousands of New Jersey residents to live independently, maintain family connections, pursue employment, and contribute to their communities.

While the memorandum does not change existing law, it signals a potential shift in federal enforcement priorities that could impact the future of community-based supports and services.

ACI remains committed to the values of independence, choice, and inclusion. We call upon our federal representatives to protect the rights of people with disabilities and to continue investing in the home and community-based services that make community living possible.

People with disabilities must have the freedom to choose where and with whom they live. Community living is a civil right.

The Independent Living Movement is built on the principle that people with disabilities should have the freedom to live where they choose, direct their own lives, and access the support needed to fully participate in their communities.

Carole Tonks
ACI Executive Director

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🔗 Find out how you can take action by visiting our website: https://www.adacil.org/latest-updates/aci-statement-on-doj-memorandum

06/22/2026

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is considering a new process to how ballots are mailed and collected, which could result in eligible voters not receiving their ballot. This process is a result of President Trump's 2026 Executive Order related to voting. You can take action today by sending in a comment to USPS. Learn how at: https://www.aapd.com/action-alert-protect-vote-by-mail-submit-a-comment-to-the-united-states-postal-service-usps

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06/16/2026

CIL Funding Rally, Disability Transportation Bills Passed, Medicaid Changes, and more! https://conta.cc/3QKZ71F

06/15/2026

ACI and REV UP NJ had an awesome time visiting the students at Pathways to Adult Learning in Sayreville! We talked about why voting matters and walked through how to register and cast a ballot. The students learned not only how to vote, but also the incredible power of the disability vote and the rights every person with a disability has at the polls.

For more information about REV UP NJ or to schedule a presentation to your group, contact Luke Koppisch at [email protected] or visit adacil.org/voting

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

On June 1st, the NJ Senate Transportation Committee passed S-3786, a bll that requires Access Link and paratransit services throughout the state to announce stops for passengers. S-3786 is sponsored by Senator Angela McKnight.

The Assembly version of the bill, A-2132, is sponsored by Assemblywoman Linda Carter. A-2132 passed the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee on May 7th and the full NJ Assembly on May 18th.

Also on June 1st, the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee passed A-2130, which establishes two 15 member Passenger Advisory Committees (one in North Jersey and one in South Jersey). A-2130 is also sponsored by Assemblywoman Linda Carter.

ACI's Carole Tonks, Luke Koppisch, and Alba Milla provided in-person testimonies at the committee hearings and several volunteers and supporters provided written testimony.

Another bill, A-2131, would require NJ Transit operators and contractors to implement a training curriculum focused on assisting passengers with disabilities during emergencies and service disruptions. This is awaiting action in the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee.

ACI wishes to thank Assemblywoman Carter and Senator McKnight for their support for the transportation rights of people with disabilities.

For more information, including how you can be involved, contact Luke Koppisch at [email protected]

05/28/2026

The federal government has changed the rules around who is eligible for NJ FamilyCare starting Fall 2026. The following information explains which members may be affected and how they can prepare.

05/22/2026

05/19/2026

UPDATE: The New Jersey State Assembly unanimously passed A‑2132 by a vote of 77–0!

The Senate companion to A‑2132, S‑3786, sponsored by Senator Angela McKnight, is currently awaiting action in the Senate Transportation Committee.