The purpose of this page is to reflect pressing topics and action items that may impact our community.  Follow the links to learn more.  If you have any suggestions on links to add to our site, please email legislation@nbrcvac.org. (Note: New topics will be decided by attending VAC members and posted to the website monthly).

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Action Items

Please read the Assembly Member Barbara Matthews letter to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Legislative Leaders. We are actively participating in a letter writing campaign to Senators and Assembly Members in support of Assembly Member Barbara Matthews efforts to provide quality services to people with disabilities.

Assembly Member Barbara Matthew Letter  -  Sample Letter

Legislative Links

Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA)

The mission of the Association of Regional Center Agencies is to represent the autonomous regional centers in supporting and advancing the intent and mandate of the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act.

California Rehabilitation Association (CRA)

CRA is dedicated to improve life for people with developmental, vocational or medical disabilities by providing advocacy, business support, education and networking opportunities to the full continuum of rehabilitation organizations: prevention to back-to-work.

Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS). DDS is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to children and adults with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

The Governor's official site with news and links.  If you would like to send an email to the governor just click on this link.

Know your Legislator?

This link helps you to identify and communicate with the legislators for your area.  Simply type in your zip code and find your legislator!

Know your Congress person?

This link helps you to identify and communicate with the Congress Person for your area.  Simply type in your zip code and find her/him!

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