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.

7/31/2024, 10:56 AM
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5515)
Bill 118 sres 772 is a resolution that acknowledges the significance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities, which has been made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The resolution calls for additional measures to be taken to enhance and broaden opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage in work and community life.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 has played a crucial role in ensuring that individuals with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. It has helped to break down barriers and promote inclusion in various aspects of society, including employment and community participation.

The resolution recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, as well as the need for economic self-sufficiency. It emphasizes the value of empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently and contribute to society through meaningful work and engagement in their communities. Furthermore, the resolution calls for further action to be taken to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life. This includes advocating for policies and programs that support the employment of individuals with disabilities, as well as promoting accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of society. Overall, Bill 118 sres 772 highlights the importance of recognizing and supporting the rights and opportunities of individuals with disabilities, and calls for continued efforts to enhance their independence, economic self-sufficiency, and participation in work and community life.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 772

Introduced on
2024-07-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/25/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5515)
Bill 118 sres 772 is a resolution that acknowledges the significance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities, which has been made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The resolution calls for additional measures to be taken to enhance and broaden opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage in work and community life.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 has played a crucial role in ensuring that individuals with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. It has helped to break down barriers and promote inclusion in various aspects of society, including employment and community participation.

The resolution recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, as well as the need for economic self-sufficiency. It emphasizes the value of empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently and contribute to society through meaningful work and engagement in their communities. Furthermore, the resolution calls for further action to be taken to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life. This includes advocating for policies and programs that support the employment of individuals with disabilities, as well as promoting accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of society. Overall, Bill 118 sres 772 highlights the importance of recognizing and supporting the rights and opportunities of individuals with disabilities, and calls for continued efforts to enhance their independence, economic self-sufficiency, and participation in work and community life.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA 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.

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Latest Action7/25/2024
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5515)