Getting a Job as a Disabled Person, 35 Years After ADA

Rachel Barkley on the ADA's Promise at 35: A Progress Report and a Call to Action

On the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act, Able Americans Director Rachel Barkley reflects on where we are and where we still need to go. Her thoughts and her story are below. This month marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark piece of civil rights legislation that promised equality and opportunity for millions of Americans with disabilities. When George H.W. Bush signed the ADA, he …

Kauai celebrates the 35th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

The American Sign Language interpreter flew in special from Oahu to join about a hundred people waving signs on Friday in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act on Rice Street fronting the historic County Building. “We have one deaf person,” said Nancy Romaine of the state’s Department of Human Services Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. “The interpreter was coordinated by the Hawaii State Council for Deve…

Tom Harkin reflects on Americans with Disabilities Act 35 years after its signing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prevents discrimination against people with disabilities. Retired U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin was the lead sponsor of the bill.

Governor Kelly celebrates 35 years of ADA law - Tri-County Tribune

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Getting a job as a disabled person, 35 years after ADA

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – 35 years after the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed, discussions are still being had in Sioux Falls about improving access to jobs for disabled people.  Disabled leaders in the community and advocates held a panel on Friday to discuss the importance of employment for disabled people and the hurdles they still face today.  POET ranked a top exporter in the U.S. “Working has really enriched my life in man…

Rep. Vining: Honors the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

MADISON–Tomorrow marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement:  “The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26th, 1990,...