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September is National Preparedness Month

When disaster strikes, will you be ready? September is National Preparedness Month, an annual reminder that emergencies can happen anywhere, anytime. From crafting a family emergency plan to mastering life-saving skills, there are things we can all do to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Understand the different emergency alerts, secure the right insurance coverage, and assist neighbors in need. Don't wait for the unexpected – learn how to face any crisis with confidence by reading our full guide to disaster preparedness. September is National Preparedness Month

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There's Still Time to Take Our 2025 Legislative Survey

We received hundreds of responses to our 2025 MCD Legislative Survey at the Minnesota State Fair! We use the results of the survey to determine our legislative agenda and inform legislators what issues matter most to Minnesotans with disabilities. Missed the opportunity to share your thoughts on what policies MCD should focus on during the 2025 Legislative Session? There's still time! 2025 MCD Legislative Survey

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Public Policy

We support and promote public policy goals that positively impact the lives of people with disabilities. MCD helps policymakers understand how their decisions affect the disability community and brings together members of the government and the public to comment on legislation.

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Disability-related Bill Tracker

Each session, lawmakers introduce dozens of bills that will impact the disability community. The amount of legislation introduced each session makes it a daunting task to follow the ones you might be interested in. We compile a list of disability-related legislation to make it easier for you to stay informed.

Disability Parking

There are over half a million valid disability parking certificates and plates in Minnesota. We provide the “Do’s and Don’ts” of disability parking, as well as information on disability parking laws and regulations.

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Service Animals

A service animal is a dog, or in some cases a miniature horse, individually trained to do work or perform tasks for someone with a disability. Service animals are different from Emotional Support Animals (ESA) and can go almost anywhere with their owners. MCD works to inform the public about service animals and protect the rights of people with disabilities.