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Latonya Reeves Act: Greater Independence for Individuals with Disabilities

This act aims to ensure that individuals with disabilities who need long-term care can live in their homes and communities, rather than in institutions. It introduces new rules to prevent discrimination and guarantee access to services that support independent living, giving them greater control over their lives and choices.
Key points
Prohibition of Discrimination: Prohibits public entities and insurance providers from denying community-based services to individuals with disabilities.
Home-Based Support: Ensures that individuals with disabilities can live in their own homes or other integrated settings, with access to necessary services.
Planning and Monitoring: Requires states to create transition plans for moving individuals from institutions to community living and to report progress regularly.
Housing Access: Mandates public entities to ensure sufficient affordable, accessible, and integrated housing options.
Enforcement of Rights: Allows individuals with disabilities to sue for violations and empowers the Attorney General to investigate.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6860
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2022-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6860.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition of Discrimination: Prohibits public entities and insurance providers from denying community-based services to individuals with disabilities.
  • Home-Based Support: Ensures that individuals with disabilities can live in their own homes or other integrated settings, with access to necessary services.
  • Planning and Monitoring: Requires states to create transition plans for moving individuals from institutions to community living and to report progress regularly.
  • Housing Access: Mandates public entities to ensure sufficient affordable, accessible, and integrated housing options.
  • Enforcement of Rights: Allows individuals with disabilities to sue for violations and empowers the Attorney General to investigate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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