Promoting Choice, Self-Determination & Equal Access
The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) is a consumer-controlled advisory body dedicated to advancing independent living policies and expanding community integration for all Marylanders with disabilities.
Advancing community inclusion, independent living, and self-determination statewide
The Maryland SILC partners with Centers for Independent Living, state agencies, and community advocates to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Serving all 24 Maryland jurisdictions with 5 core services
Majority individuals with disabilities steering statewide policy
FY 2025–2027 strategic priorities actively advancing across MD
Championing self-determination and disability civil rights
Established under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, Maryland SILC carries out key duties to safeguard and promote independent living.
Jointly develop, monitor, and evaluate the 3-year State Plan in partnership with Maryland Centers for Independent Living and federal funding partners.
Coordinate statewide initiatives with the Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD), State Rehabilitation Council, and local advocacy coalitions.
Host regular public engagement sessions, town halls, and listening forums to identify emergent barriers and advocate for legislative solutions.
Promote policies that expand housing accessibility, accessible transit, employment opportunities, and home-and-community-based support systems.
Public council sessions, committee meetings, and community resource fairs are open to all Marylanders with full accessibility support.
Maryland SILC: Legislative Committee Meeting — Date: Monday, November 2, 2026 | Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST | Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting. Agenda items: Call to Order & Opening Business, Legislative Bill Tracker walk-through and updates, Public Policy 2026 review and discussion, Strategy for securing upcoming guest speakers, Action Items, and Adjournment. Next Meeting: December 7, 2026.
Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Committee regular monthly meeting. Regular meeting schedule resumes on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EST).
Maryland SILC Outcomes Committee regular monthly meeting scheduled for Monday, November 16, 2026 – Time: 10:00 a.m. (EST).
Maryland SILC Infrastructure Committee regular monthly meeting. The committee will convene on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 12:30 PM (EST).
Updates on council initiatives, CIL spotlights, disability policy breakthroughs, and career opportunities.
Maryland SILC: Legislative Committee Meeting Agenda for Monday, November 2, 2026 (9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST) via Zoom Virtual Meeting. Agenda items include Welcome & Introductions, Roll Call, Guest & Partner Introductions, Legislative Bill Tracker, Public Policy 2026, Guest Speakers strategy, and Action Items.
Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Amended Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda for Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom. Items include Welcome & Introductions, Review of Minutes, Current Business (Outcomes Roles & Responsibilities, Needs Assessment Timeline, CIL's Outcomes Reports, SPIL Development), New Business, Public Comment, and Adjournment.
COMMUNITY VOICE MATTERS: By popular demand, the Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) is hosting a new series of virtual listening sessions each evening from October 19–22, 2026 (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT) covering Affordable Housing, Employment, Transportation, and Healthcare.
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