ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act

House Bill 7989 - ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 7989 ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/9/2024, 6:56 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 7989

ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act

This bill requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to (1) provide assistance to individuals with disabilities who desire to become entrepreneurs or to be self-employed, (2) help individuals with disabilities find employment at small businesses; and (3) assist small businesses with hiring such individuals and with accessibility issues applicable to such individuals.

The SBA must conduct outreach and education about such activities.

The bill establishes reporting requirements with respect to these activities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7989

Bill HR 7989 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 15, 2024. Bill HR 7989 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 15, 2024. Bill HR 7989's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. as of June 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7989

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7989

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis

- Disability assistance

- Employee hiring

- Small business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7989

ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act

To provide for a memorandum of understanding between the Small Business Administration and the National Council on Disability to increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, and for other purposes.