Policy Options Under Consideration

The assessment reported that policy studies of transition-age youth with disabilities “uniformly report high unemployment and underemployment, economic instability, dependence, and social isolation, as well as low levels of participation in postsecondary education and vocational training programs.” [An Assessment of Transition Policies and Practices in State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies (Final Report Submitted by The Study Group, June 2007) at page 2]