As federal protections fade, disabled Americans fear a return to institutions

By: Anna Claire Vollers

Outlets: Stateline

Published: August 6, 2026

Words: 2,318

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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When Rob Stone finished high school in Bethesda, Maryland, in 2018, he was asked to identify three goals for his life. Stone loves art and baseball. He’s cheerful, sports a cheeky mustache, and he’s always up for an adventure.

Stone has a rare genetic movement disorder, dystonia-parkinsonism, that limits his mobility and speech. Setting specific goals would help him construct the life he wanted, and help his family identify the services he would need to …

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