Legislation

Philadelphia Council Mandates Special Needs Training for Every Large City Recreation Center

Philly's 22 largest recreation centers must hire specialized staff or train existing employees to cater to kids with autism, ADHD, and other disabilities by year's end, under new council rules.

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City Council Proposes Benefits for Disabled Children Held in Trust Accounts Under New Plan

Thousands of low-income Philly families could get a financial boost as city councilors move to make it easier for them to access vital benefits for their disabled children held in trust accounts. The plan aims to help families struggling to support their kids with special needs.

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City Pensions Bill Shifts Benefits Payments to Trusts for Disabled Children of Municipal Employees

Philadelphia Residents Face Increased Parking Fines Under New Ordinance Aimed at Reducing Congestion in Popular Tourist Areas.

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