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SR361: A resolution recognizing the importance of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 on the lives of individuals with disabilities and calling for further action to advance access, opportunity, and equity for individuals with disabilities.

: Edward Markey (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Sep 26, 2023
Civil rights and liberties, minority issues
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

A resolution recognizing the importance of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 on the lives of individuals with disabilities and calling for further action to advance access, opportunity, and equity for individuals with disabilities.

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This resolution honors the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a federal law that helps people with disabilities access education, employment, and services. The resolution states that this law has been important for disability rights and calls for Congress to do more work to expand opportunities and fairness for people with disabilities. A resolution is a formal statement of Congress that does not create new law but expresses the 's position on an issue. The resolution is currently in the introductory stage after being sponsored by ten senators.

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