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.

Key Points

• This resolution celebrates the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. It acknowledges that while the law helped many people, many others still face discrimination in the workplace and their daily lives.
• The proposal asks federal agencies to take specific steps to help. It calls on the Department of Labor to create better job opportunities and asks the Department of Transportation to make airports and transit more accessible.
• It highlights that nearly 25 percent of Americans with disabilities live in poverty. The resolution pledges that Congress will work to remove barriers that keep people from living independently or finding good-paying jobs.
• The resolution also addresses technology and emergencies. It asks the government to ensure that new digital tools are easy to use for everyone and that emergency plans include the specific needs of people with disabilities.

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