A concurrent resolution recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.

12/29/2022, 9:33 PM

This concurrent resolution recognizes that people with disabilities experience barriers to access every day and pledges to make universal and inclusive design a guiding principle for all infrastructure bills and projects.

Bill 117 sconres 29 is a concurrent resolution that aims to address the issue of physical access to federally funded facilities for all individuals in the United States, with a particular focus on people with disabilities. The resolution recognizes the importance of ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their physical abilities, have equal access to public spaces and facilities.

The resolution highlights the fact that many federally funded facilities currently lack adequate accommodations for individuals with disabilities, such as ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms. This lack of accessibility can create barriers for individuals with disabilities, preventing them from fully participating in society and accessing essential services.

In order to address this issue, the resolution calls for increased efforts to improve physical access to federally funded facilities. This includes conducting assessments of existing facilities to identify areas in need of improvement, implementing necessary modifications to ensure accessibility, and providing training to staff on how to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Overall, Bill 117 sconres 29 emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and equal access for all individuals in the United States. By recognizing the need to improve physical access to federally funded facilities, particularly for people with disabilities, the resolution aims to create a more inclusive and accessible society for all.
Congress
117

Number
SCONRES - 29

Introduced on
2022-02-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/17/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution recognizes that people with disabilities experience barriers to access every day and pledges to make universal and inclusive design a guiding principle for all infrastructure bills and projects.

Bill 117 sconres 29 is a concurrent resolution that aims to address the issue of physical access to federally funded facilities for all individuals in the United States, with a particular focus on people with disabilities. The resolution recognizes the importance of ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their physical abilities, have equal access to public spaces and facilities.

The resolution highlights the fact that many federally funded facilities currently lack adequate accommodations for individuals with disabilities, such as ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms. This lack of accessibility can create barriers for individuals with disabilities, preventing them from fully participating in society and accessing essential services.

In order to address this issue, the resolution calls for increased efforts to improve physical access to federally funded facilities. This includes conducting assessments of existing facilities to identify areas in need of improvement, implementing necessary modifications to ensure accessibility, and providing training to staff on how to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Overall, Bill 117 sconres 29 emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and equal access for all individuals in the United States. By recognizing the need to improve physical access to federally funded facilities, particularly for people with disabilities, the resolution aims to create a more inclusive and accessible society for all.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA concurrent resolution recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.

Policy Areas
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact
Building construction•
Disability and paralysis•
Government buildings, facilities, and property•
Infrastructure development•
State and local government operations

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/14/2022

This concurrent resolution recognizes that people with disabilities experience barriers to access every day and pledges to make universal and inclusive design a guiding principle for all infrastructure bills and projects.


Latest Action2/17/2022
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S796)