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Support for People with Disabilities: Independent Living and Accessibility

This U.S. Senate resolution highlights the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities, made possible by the ADA of 1990. It calls for further action to strengthen home and community-based support, enabling people with disabilities to fully participate in society and avoid institutional isolation. The aim is to improve access to services, employment, education, and transportation.
Key points
Emphasizes the need to ensure individuals with disabilities can live in their communities, rather than in institutions.
Calls on various government departments (Labor, Health, Housing, Transportation) to improve access to services, employment, housing, and transportation for people with disabilities.
Highlights persistent barriers such as high unemployment, poverty, and lack of access to healthcare, education, and technology for individuals with disabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_714
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_714.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizes the need to ensure individuals with disabilities can live in their communities, rather than in institutions.
  • Calls on various government departments (Labor, Health, Housing, Transportation) to improve access to services, employment, housing, and transportation for people with disabilities.
  • Highlights persistent barriers such as high unemployment, poverty, and lack of access to healthcare, education, and technology for individuals with disabilities.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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