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June Edition
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What they said: 2009 legislative session
“It’s not an option. It’s a duty.”— Gov. Tim Pawlenty, at a news conference after the 2009 legislative session adjourned. He will balance the state budget through unallotment ... read more about what was said >
Special education makes it through tough review
Despite a $6 billion state deficit that was reduced to $2.7 billion at the close of the Minnesota’s 2009 legislative session, special education held its own ... read more about special ed >
Community saw gains, losses during session
The 2009 legislative session was one in which Minnesota’s mental health community realized key gains and experienced difficult losses. Cuts to General Assistance Medical Care (GAMC) will have a severe impact .... read more about the gains and losses >
The 2009 session of the Minnesota Legislature had many issues being followed by the disability community. Bills passed by the House and Senate met differing fates ... read more of the roundup >
The value/necessity of taking care of all ... read more about the letter >
Factors to consider when choosing a ramp
When faced with the need for a wheelchair ramp, four basic material options are available: wood, steel, concrete and aluminum. Each has plusses and minuses ... read more about ramps >Everyone gets to play, thanks to Coach Jim Christy
James “Jim” Christy is one of the 2009 Minnesota State High School League Hall of Fame inductees. Ten current and former athletes, coaches, athletic officials, athletic directors and fine arts educators were honored ... read more about christy >
Dog guides, humans enjoyed their time at sea
Our cabin was an inner ship cabin without windows. The room was a comfortable size for all of us: Nancy my wife, Telly my dog guide and me. We had a nice sleep, wakening on this second day of our journey ... read more about the journey >
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