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 Action · July 25, 2024
Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1387 is a resolution expressing the House of Representatives' commitment to expanding opportunities for people with disabilities in employment and community participation, building on the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The resolution acknowledges persistent challenges facing individuals with disabilities, including high poverty rates, unemployment, lack of accessible workplaces and technology, and segregation in institutional settings, while recognizing that these barriers disproportionately affect people of color with disabilities. Rather than providing new funding or establishing programs, this resolution calls on federal agencies including the Department of Labor, Department of Health and Human Services, Federal Communications Commission, and others to develop policies and provide technical assistance to improve employment opportunities, accessible housing, telecommunications access, and emergency preparedness for people with disabilities. The resolution also pledges bipartisan congressional commitment to identifying and addressing remaining barriers to full participation and economic self-sufficiency for this population. As a resolution rather than legislation, it serves as an expression of congressional intent and does not require presidential signature or establish binding requirements.
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