Statement of Interest of the United States Opposing the State’s Motion to Dismiss
May 17, 2011 Steward, et al. v. Perry, et al. was filed December 20, 2010 on behalf of approximately 4,500 persons with developmental disabilities in Texas nursing facilities that are being denied the chance to live in integrated community settings. The Department of Justice claims this filing is part of the department’s continuing effort to enforce civil rights laws that require states to ensure that individuals with disabilities are served in the most integrated setting appropriate to meet their needs. The state seeks dismissal under the ADA and Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (“PASRR”) program to the extent . . .
