A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

7/28/2022, 5:59 PM

This resolution addresses issues related to individuals with disabilities.

Specifically, the resolution

  • recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and encourages all Americans to celebrate the advancement of inclusion and equality of opportunity made possible by its enactment;
  • pledges to continue to work on a bipartisan basis to identify and address the remaining barriers that undermine the national goals of equality of opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation for individuals with disabilities;
  • pledges to work with states to improve access to home- and community-based services for individuals with disabilities;
  • calls on the Department of Labor to provide information, resources, and technical assistance to enable individuals with disabilities to achieve economic self-sufficiency; and
  • calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to provide information, resources, and technical assistance regarding such services that enable individuals with disabilities to live independently.
Bill 117 sres 348 is a resolution that acknowledges the significance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, which is made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The resolution calls for additional measures to enhance home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas, including employment, public accommodations, and transportation. It has played a crucial role in promoting the independence and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in society.

The resolution recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, as it allows them to live more fulfilling and autonomous lives. It also emphasizes the need for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that they have access to the necessary support and resources to live independently. Overall, Bill 117 sres 348 highlights the importance of promoting independent living for individuals with disabilities and calls for continued efforts to improve home and community living for this population. It underscores the ongoing commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities in the United States.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 348

Introduced on
2021-08-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/9/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution addresses issues related to individuals with disabilities.

Specifically, the resolution

  • recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and encourages all Americans to celebrate the advancement of inclusion and equality of opportunity made possible by its enactment;
  • pledges to continue to work on a bipartisan basis to identify and address the remaining barriers that undermine the national goals of equality of opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation for individuals with disabilities;
  • pledges to work with states to improve access to home- and community-based services for individuals with disabilities;
  • calls on the Department of Labor to provide information, resources, and technical assistance to enable individuals with disabilities to achieve economic self-sufficiency; and
  • calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to provide information, resources, and technical assistance regarding such services that enable individuals with disabilities to live independently.
Bill 117 sres 348 is a resolution that acknowledges the significance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, which is made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The resolution calls for additional measures to enhance home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas, including employment, public accommodations, and transportation. It has played a crucial role in promoting the independence and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in society.

The resolution recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, as it allows them to live more fulfilling and autonomous lives. It also emphasizes the need for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that they have access to the necessary support and resources to live independently. Overall, Bill 117 sres 348 highlights the importance of promoting independent living for individuals with disabilities and calls for continued efforts to improve home and community living for this population. It underscores the ongoing commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

Policy Areas
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact
Community life and organization•
Congressional tributes•
Disability and health-based discrimination•
Disability and paralysis•
Disability assistance•
Employment discrimination and employee rights•
Government information and archives

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/4/2021

This resolution addresses issues related to individuals with disabilities.

Specifically, the resolution

  • recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the enactment of the Am...

Latest Action8/9/2021
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6106; text: CR S6114-6115)