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Office of the Texas Governor, Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
Reminder: HHSC's Promoting Independence Plan Stakeholder Summit and Feedback

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission Office of Disability Services Coordination (ODSC) is developing the 2027-2028 Promoting Independence Plan. The plan is a two-year strategic plan that supports successful community living for people with disabilities through measurable goals and prioritized strategies.

The Promoting Independence Stakeholder Summit is an opportunity to provide your input on what to include in the plan.

*In-Person Summit*

When: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Where: Austin, Texas

*Virtual Summit*

When: Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Where: Online

*Complete the Interest Form to Attend*

If you're interested in attending the in-person or virtual summit, *complete the interest form [ [link removed] ]*.

*The interest form is open through Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. Completing the interest form does not guarantee participation.*

The summit has a limited capacity. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis and based on their responses to the interest form. This ensures people with multiple perspectives can participate.

Starting Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, ODSC will notify you if you are selected to attend the in-person or virtual summit.

If you have any questions or issues completing the interest form, contact the ODSC team <[email protected]>.

*Public Comments*

If you are unable to attend the summit or if it reaches capacity, you can provide comments until Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Email the ODSC team <[email protected]> to provide comments.

*Completed Plan*

The completed plan will be submitted to the Texas Legislature by Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026, as required by Senate Bill 367, 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2011, and Executive Order RP-13.



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