DRF Opposes DeSantis Administration’s Plan to Defund Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives and Demands Clarification on Repercussions for Disabled University Students and Staff

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

May 15, 2023 Update --

Senate Bill 266 was passed and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. 

We are deeply concerned about the repercussions this…


Florida’s ADA 30th Anniversary Celebration reveals lack of understanding for residents with disabilities

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

By Peter Sleasman, Executive Director & Olivia Babis, Public Policy Analyst

Sunday, July 26, 2020, marked the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being…


Complaint Filed Against Florida Governor for Violating ADA Laws

Monday, July 13, 2020

TALLAHASSEE, July 13, 2020 — Disability Rights Florida (DRF), the State’s designated protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities, and the National Association of the…


Disability Rights Florida makes repeated requests to Governor DeSantis for American Sign Language interpreters at press briefings

Thursday, April 23, 2020

Disability Rights Florida has notified Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office by phone and email on several occasions expressing our concern regarding his lack of compliance under Title…


Are You Registered to Vote?

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Image of our new voting button.Florida's 2014 Primary Elections will be held in August.

To…


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