ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money that is not counted towards asset limitations set by means-tested benefit programs such as Medicaid or SSI. Tune in to learn how you and your family can utilize an ABLE account to increase financial freedom and feel empowered to save, spend, and invest in your future.

Speaker Bio: Sara Hart Weir is the Executive Director of the Kansas Developmental Disabilities Council. Weir has been working in the disability community for over two decades as a nonprofit executive, disability activist and ABLE expert. She served as the President & C.E.O. of the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), where during her tenure, led the passage of the landmark, bipartisan Stephen Beck Jr., Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act in 2014 (P.L.113-295). The legislation garnered the support of 85% of the entire US Congress. Sara also supported a majority of the enactment of ABLE state laws, assisted with over 40 state ABLE plan launches as well as led four successful federal improvements to the original ABLE Act.

Her passion, ignited by her late friend Kasey with Down syndrome, continues to drive Sara to ensure people with disabilities have a seat at the table and equity in the workplace. Weir co-founded the U.S. Future of Work for People with Disabilities Commission along side CEOs from Voya and SHRM, established NDSS’ first-ever employment program and remains a leading voice to end the discriminatory practice of sub-minimum wage.

Sara serves as a Commissioner on the Kansas Employment Oversight First Commission, a Senior Advisor of ABLE today as well as on the Board of Directors for 2-Gether International, Creative Spirit and Golden Scoop in her hometown of Overland Park, Kansas.