Legislative Win for Children with Hearing Loss
Fighting for access to healthcare services and hearing equipment for children.
![Filling in Gaps in Oregon’s Guardianship Law](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6387d767fc8a755e41aa5844/1672944980805-F0GQMACKXZCWJGD22VOF/iStock-847168170-600x400.jpg)
Filling in Gaps in Oregon’s Guardianship Law
In the 2019 legislative session, Disability Rights Oregon advocated to strengthen individual choice and self-direction in guardianship proceedings.
![Banning the Use of Canines in Jail to Control Inmates](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6387d767fc8a755e41aa5844/1672944985334-H08UI0YNS2W6N3EBJNSZ/Police%252BDog.jpg)
Banning the Use of Canines in Jail to Control Inmates
During the 2019 state legislative session, we successfully advocated for a statewide ban the use of police canines in jail (SB 495).
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Lisa Dreamed of Becoming a Paralegal
Lisa dreamed of becoming a paralegal. At age 49, she decided to take the plunge.
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Independence and Well-being of People in Residential Facilities
Every person deserves the opportunity to strive for as much independence and self-determination as possible.
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Improving Conditions for Mentally Ill Jail Inmates in Multnomah County
The Oregonian editorial board spotlights our advocacy and progress made in improving conditions at the Multnomah County Detention Center.
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E-scooter Pilot in Portland
Read how we’re fighting for accessibility and safety on sidewalks.
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Legislative Win on Short School Days
Fighting to end shortened school days for children with disabilities.
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Stronger Protections for Youth in Detention at NORCOR
We improved conditions for youth held at NORCOR detention center in the Dalles.