R-word

Governor Rick Scott has signed the final bill delivered to his desk into law Wednesday aimed at helping children with special needs.The last bill Scott…

Advocates for people with developmental disabilities are applauding the efforts of one Florida agency already taking steps to rid itself of the so-called…

Florida could be close to joining 43 other states in removing the so-called “R-word” from state law. The measure replacing the words “mental retardation”…

Several advocates and Florida lawmakers are hoping this will be the year that they can get rid of the so called “R-word.” They’re hoping to get a bill…