SRES 685 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution designating April 22, 2026, as "National Assistive Technology Awareness Day".

This resolution designates April 22, 2026, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day to highlight the importance of devices that help people with disabilities and older adults perform daily tasks. The bill directly affects individuals with disabilities, older adults, assistive technology specialists, and organizations that support access to these tools. It serves as a commemorative measure to recognize the role of assistive technology in promoting inclusion, education, and employment, while also honoring the professionals who facilitate its distribution. The text provides background statistics on disability prevalence and explains how state programs assist with device exchange, loans, and financing.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
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Introduced Apr 22, 2026 Last action Apr 22, 2026
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Apr 22, 2026
Introduced
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1902; text: CR S1938)
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Apr 22, 2026
Upper · Passed
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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