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That's the way a politician woujld frame their description of it. However, I doubt that it is as high minded as that. It's simply an attempt to "level the playing field" and afford "exceptional" individuals "more equal" opportunites when competing and inter-acting with, the the majority population of "normally functioning" individuals.
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How is the term disability defined in the Americans with disabilities Act?
The term disability is defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act as anyone with a physical or mental impairment that affects the daily functioning of life. The Americans with Disabilities Act states that accommodations must be made to these individuals for employment or services to which they are entitled.
Is alcoholism a disability covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act?
No for it is easily cured - stop drinking and go to AA. It is a character and personality problem....
What event in the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act is an example of a conflict between different levels and branches of government?
After the Supreme Court restricted the number of people affectec by the act, the National Council on Disability recommended that Congress revise the law to end the restrictions
What was the effect on the Dawes Act on Native Americans?
Native Americans lost much of the land that they had before the passage of the act.
What is the disability act?
Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990In short, the "disability act" (i.e. The "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990", or "ADA") is law prohibiting discrimination based on physical or mental disability. It also sets forth certain requirements for building standards, hiring practices, workplace accommodations, and a host of other standards and legal requirements aimed at protecting the rights of the disabled.For a comprehensive look at what the ADA is all about, visit the ADA website (link below).As an American personally affected by disability, the ADA has been invaluable to me. It helps keep landlords in check (e.g. in making "reasonable accommodations" such as grab bars in a bathroom), as well as making public places more accessible (e.g. wheelchair cutouts in sidewalks), and a number of other protections that make life with severe physical limitations a little easier to bear.Changes in the law come from time to time, so be sure to bookmark the ADA website, and you might find it helpful to subscribe to email updates at disability.gov (link also below).
Is obesity considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act?
No
Who does the American with Disabilities Act cover?
The Americans with Disabilities Act covers all Americans with a readily identifiable and conceivable disability, as defined in the Act. It applies to all Americans with a disability, and protects them through its umbrella of coverage against any and every form of discrimination.
What are disability benefits?
Disability benefits are government benefits which are provided for people who have an ailment classified as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities act.
How is the term disability defined in the Americans with disabilities Act?
The term disability is defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act as anyone with a physical or mental impairment that affects the daily functioning of life. The Americans with Disabilities Act states that accommodations must be made to these individuals for employment or services to which they are entitled.
Is obesity considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Yes, obesity can be considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if it substantially limits one or more major life activities.
What made it illegal to discriminate employment on the basis of race?
The Americans with disability act the civil rights act of 1964
What does ADA compliant mean?
Americans Disability Act=Like barrier free designs code=
What made it illegal to discriminate in employment on the basis of race?
The Americans with disability act the civil rights act of 1964
Which act made discrimination in hiring on the basis of disability illegal?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) made discrimination in hiring on the basis of disability illegal. This law prohibits employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, and compensation.
When were the disability services act and the disability discrimination act passed in parliament?
1986 disability service act was passed and 1992 the disability discrimination act was passed
What do you mean by equality for older Americans?
I'm not sure what it means by "older americans", but I can say if it means for disabled americans or the elderly, the ADA (American disability act) protects the disabled.
What disability discrimination acts are in force for service users when using facilities?
(in the US) It is known as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
