The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) works to help shape the services and supports people with developmental disabilities need to live, work, and participate in their communities. Services and supports should promote independence, self-determination, productivity, and inclusion in all areas of community life.
Through MODDC's public policy work, the Council provides leadership training and other resources to help people with developmental disabilities and their families speak up for themselves and become effective advocates with lawmakers.
MODDC's Legislative Priorities for 2027
MODDC monitors all legislation and policies that may affect people with developmental disabilities and their families. Each year, the Council selects specific public policy priorities to focus on. These are the priorities chosen for 2027.
Protect Medicaid Access and Home and Community-Based Services
MODDC will advocate for:
- Protection of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) funding in the Missouri State Budget for people with disabilities.
- Improvement of the inefficiencies and challenges of navigating Medicaid waivers, including how to apply for a waiver, understanding the waitlist, and knowing where to find and receive services once approved for waiver services.
Advocate for Policies that Help School-Age Students with Disabilities and Their Families
MODDC will advocate for:
- Benefits of parental consent to major changes in Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Ending the use of seclusion in Missouri schools.
- And other education-related issues experienced by students with disabilities.
Take Action!
- Contact your legislators to share how these priorities would impact you and your family. Find their contact information here.
- Download a PDF version of this announcement to share with others.
