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Support for People with Disabilities: Independent Living and Work

This U.S. Senate resolution emphasizes the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities. It calls for strengthening healthcare and support services to enable these individuals to work and live in their communities, rather than in institutions. The goal is to improve quality of life and fully integrate people with disabilities into society.
Key points
Strengthening access to healthcare and home and community-based services to help individuals with disabilities avoid institutional settings.
Warning against cuts to the Medicaid program, which is vital for the health and independence of people with disabilities.
Promoting better employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities to achieve financial self-sufficiency.
Increasing accessibility in transportation, housing, communication, and disaster preparedness for individuals with disabilities.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_338
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-07-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand health care for individuals with disabilities to work and live in the community.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_338.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening access to healthcare and home and community-based services to help individuals with disabilities avoid institutional settings.
  • Warning against cuts to the Medicaid program, which is vital for the health and independence of people with disabilities.
  • Promoting better employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities to achieve financial self-sufficiency.
  • Increasing accessibility in transportation, housing, communication, and disaster preparedness for individuals with disabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

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 2025-12-23.

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