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Easier Campaigning for People with Disabilities Without Losing Benefits

New rules aim to make it easier for people with disabilities to run for elected office. This law ensures that campaign work and any money earned from it will not affect their eligibility for federal benefits. This allows individuals to participate in politics without fear of losing financial support.
Key points
Campaign work will not affect federal benefits for people with disabilities.
Earnings from campaign work will not be counted when determining benefit eligibility.
Applies to federal, state, and local programs funded by federal money.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4597
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Removing Access Barriers to Running for Elected Office for People with Disabilities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4597.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Campaign work will not affect federal benefits for people with disabilities.
  • Earnings from campaign work will not be counted when determining benefit eligibility.
  • Applies to federal, state, and local programs funded by federal money.
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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