National Council on Disability - NCD

Organization URL(s)

www.ncd.gov/  

Other Contact Information

1331 F Street NW
Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004

202-272-2004 (Voice)
202-272-2074 (FAX)
202-272-2022 (Voice - TTY)

Description

The Council was established by Congress in 1978 and was transformed into an independent Federal agency in 1984. The 15 members appointed by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate review all laws, programs, and policies of the Federal Government affecting individuals with disabilities. The Council then makes recommendations to the President, Congress, and other Federal agencies on these issues.

Online Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions from the National Council on Disability
  http://www.ncd.gov/faqs.htm
• People with Disabilities on Tribal Lands: Education, Health Care, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Independent Living
  http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/2003/tribal_lands.htm
• Resources from the National Council on Disability
  http://www.ncd.gov/resources.htm

Print Resources

Serial publication: NCD Bulletin (newsletter)--monthly; Variety of publications also available relating to disability. All publications are free of charge and available in braille, large print, and on diskette.

Related Topics

Disabilities Federal Programs Patient Rights

Review Date

Tue Oct 30, 2007