SRES 772 United States Senate · 118th Congress

A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life.

This resolution recognizes the progress made by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 in advancing independent living and economic self-sufficiency for people with disabilities, while highlighting persistent challenges like high poverty rates, employment barriers, and inaccessible services. It calls on multiple federal agencies - including the Department of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Federal Communications Commission - to take specific actions, such as developing employment policies, improving accessibility in communications, and expanding home- and community-based services. The resolution urges bipartisan efforts to dismantle systemic barriers and strengthen opportunities for people with disabilities to fully participate in work and community life. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but serves as a formal statement of congressional intent and a framework for future policy action.
Tags: People with Disabilities
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Introduced Jul 25, 2024 Last action Jul 25, 2024
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Jul 25, 2024
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5515)
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Jul 25, 2024
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