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Expanded Job Choices and Flexibility for Individuals with Disabilities

This act aims to make it easier for individuals with disabilities to find jobs that better suit their needs and offer more social interaction opportunities. These changes could open new employment avenues, including those linked to government contracts, potentially improving their financial and social well-being.
Key points
Expands the definition of "competitive integrated employment" to include more types of jobs for individuals with disabilities.
Allows social interactions at work to be counted in the employment definition, promoting more inclusive work environments.
Includes jobs derived from government contracts (federal and state) for companies supporting employment for individuals with disabilities within the definition.
Confirms that the changes will not reduce the number of available jobs for individuals with disabilities.
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Print number: 118_HR_553
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2023-01-26