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​​​​Public Policy Director

Just​in Jeter

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​​Justin Jeter is the Policy Director of CCDD, and started in 2021 as the Public Policy Coordinator. He is a served described policy "geek" and loves to help people with disabilities and their families better understand the policymaking process. He has a Masters in Diplomacy and International Commerce from the University of Kentucky's Patterson School, and has a sister named Ava who has Down syndrome.

Mission and Goals

​​The main objective of CCDD's public policy efforts is to promote public policy that makes sense for the people we serve. We support policies that encourage the integration between people with developmental disabilities, the people who support them, and the community as a whole.​

CCDD’s resources, vision, values, goals, and mission create a solid platform that continues to influence the direction of public policy at the state and federal level. It is a platform that fosters change in service provision, reflects the needs of people with developmental disabilities, and promotes public awareness of those needs. 

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Federal Policy​

There is a lot happening in Washington D.C, but here are some helpful links to follow information coming from the Federal Governments

Congressional Budget*

I've placed everything you need to know about reconciliation in this document​

Reconciliation as of May 2.xlsx

Here is a breakdown of the final Budget framework passed in March

Senate Budget v House.docx


​​Health and Human Services Reorganization*

In two places, the Presidents administration has revealead plans to consolidate Health and Human Services: a leaked draft, and the official White House "Skinny Budget", also called the FY 2026 Discretionary Budget Request. The second is what to pay attention to, but I've retained here all relevant links and documents.

President's "Skinny Budget"

White House Website

Fiscal-Year-2026-Discretionary-Budget-Request.pdf


This is the OLD, not current draft of the HHS reorganization plans

HHS Budget Passback Plain Text.docx


​​Here is a list of all HHS grant recipients in Kentucky, 

with an ability to search for your organizations funds from HHS

HHS Grants in Kentucky with Search Function.xlsx


​Executive Orders​​:​ 

​The National Nonprofit Network​ has a great explainer of all Executive Orders, but mine is focused specifically on the disability impact​

Federal Policy 2.15.pptx




​​​​​​State Policy In Kentucky


Legislative Priorities:

The Council identifies Legislative Priorities every year to direct Council efforts in creating systemic change at the highest level in Kentucky.  The main objective of CCDD's public policy efforts is to create system change in Kentucky for persons with DD and their families. The Council uses a non-partisan approach in activities to promote change. Our emphasis is to be a source of information and advice in helping legislators and other policymakers to identify and evaluate the available alternatives for meeting the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.

23-25 Legislative Priorities.pdf
23-25 Priorities Summary Sheet.pdf


Kentucky's 2025 Laws:

​​​Kentucky's legislature meets the first three months of a year to pass laws. In 2025 the following Disability - related laws were passed.

2025 Disability Laws.pdf

2024 New Laws Final.pdf

If you would like more information on the 2025 Legislative Session visit: Kentucky Legislative Record​

The Council's Policy Coordinator, Justin Jeter, tracks and shares current session legislation that is important for people who have a disability and their families. Justin is always happy to answer questions and discuss policy. You can email him at justin.jeter@ky.gov​

Helpful State Policy Links

Standing Committees Schedule
Daily Legislative Calendar
Live Stream of Legislative Sessions
Capitol Access Map


​Public Comments:

The Council maintains a presence in systems changes initiatives in Kentucky. We assist advocates and families to submit formal comments and recommendations, both as a stand-alone entity and as a member of coalitions, on waiver proposals and other policy issues and/or regulations that directly affect people with developmental disabilities and their families. For assistance contact Justin Jeter at justin.jeter@ky.gov​