InterHab

Advocacy

InterHab is dedicated to bringing about bold change for Kansans with developmental disabilities.

Our staff and membership take seriously the responsibility to work with local, state, and federal policymakers to ensure that all Kansans with developmental disabilities have the opportunities to live inclusive lives as independently as possible.

Much has been accomplished over the last 50+ years, but with each new political era comes new challenges. We are focused on ensuring that community supports and services providers have the necessary tools and funding to provide quality life experiences and outcomes for the Kansas IDD community. And, we are focused on holding the State accountable to its requirements under state and federal law.

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InterHab Advocacy

Use the tools below to strengthen your knowledge of the Kansas IDD system and InterHab’s legislative priortities.

IDD 101 in Kansas

A guide and introduction to Community Supports in Kansas.

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2025 InterHab Advocacy Platform

Review InterHab’s priorities during the 2025 Legislative Session.

View the Platform

Advocacy Day

Our biggest event of the year to improve the lives of Kansans with developmental disabilities.

Join us

Advocacy 101

Visit the ANCOR links below to access resources with the tools you need to engage effectively with the lawmakers who currently represent you, as well as those who aspire to do so by winning your vote in upcoming elections.

Lobbying 101

Tips to follow and pitfalls to avoid to ensure a successful lobbying visit.

Get Started

 

How a Bill Becomes a Law

A step-by-step introduction or refresher on how a bill becomes a law.

See the Steps

 

Contacting Members of Congress

What you need to know to ensure your outreach to federal lawmakers goes well.

Begin Your Outreach

 

Fact Sheets

Use and share the tools below when speaking with legislators, giving tours, and advocating for Kansans with IDD.

Fact Sheet: MFEI to BASIS

Learn more about the KDADS Assessment Tool and the plans to change tools.

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Fact Sheet: TCM COI

Learn more about Targeted Case Management Conflict of Interest.

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Fact Sheet: Unbundling

Learn more about KDADS plan to unbundle day services.

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Fact Sheet: CDDO

Learn more about the role of the CDDO in Kansas. 

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Have Questions?

Thank you for your unwavering support to Kansans with IDD. If you have questions or would like to get involved further, please email Meghan Shreve, InterHab’s Associate Director.

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