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Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council
📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Heritage Hall - Capitol Visitor's Center (Lansing, MI)
Join us and people with developmental disabilities, families, and community leaders to help protect Medicaid-funded services that allow people with developmental disabilities to live, work, and participate fully in their communities.
Event Highlights:
✅ Engaging Learning Sessions
✅ Legislative Advocacy 101
✅ Legislative Luncheon & Program
✅ "Take Action" Workshop
Register here: https://bit.ly/ddadvocacyday26
You must register to attend. Space is limited, and you will be selected to participate on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to register is August 31st.
Do you have questions or need help with your registration? Contact Tracy Vincent at vincentt1@michigan.gov or call 517-285-1903.
We can't wait to see you there!
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 10:45 a.m.
Location: LCC West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing, MI 48917
The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on matters including, but not limited to:
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public comment period (11:00 AM)
- Draft FY2027 DD calendar review
- Other business that may come before the body
This meeting is open to all members of the public in accordance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act (MCL 15.261 et seq.).
Persons with disabilities who require assistance to participate should contact Chris English at englishc1@michigan.gov or 517.284.7292 at least 48 hours in advance.
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