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Promoting Employment for People with Disabilities in Federal Administration

This resolution aims to increase the procurement of goods and services from companies employing blind or significantly disabled individuals by the House of Representatives. This will provide more stable employment and career development opportunities for people with disabilities, including veterans, positively impacting their financial independence.
Key points
The House of Representatives will prioritize purchases from companies employing people with disabilities, increasing their job opportunities.
Easier ways to find and order products from these companies will be introduced, such as better display in stores and on websites.
New members of Congress will receive training on the benefits of the program supporting employment for people with disabilities.
A special representative will be appointed to ensure increased procurement from these companies and monitor progress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1401
Sponsor: Rep. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30]
Process start date: 2024-08-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Directing the Committee on House Administration to take certain actions to promote the procurement of goods and services from the AbilityOne program established under chapter 85 of title 41, United States Code (commonly known as the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act), and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1401.

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 2024-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House of Representatives will prioritize purchases from companies employing people with disabilities, increasing their job opportunities.
  • Easier ways to find and order products from these companies will be introduced, such as better display in stores and on websites.
  • New members of Congress will receive training on the benefits of the program supporting employment for people with disabilities.
  • A special representative will be appointed to ensure increased procurement from these companies and monitor progress.
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. Crockett, Jasmine [D-TX-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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