The official website for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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The Council for Disability Rights works to advance the rights of people with disabilities on the national, state, and local levels. The Council promotes public policy and legislation, public awareness through education, and provides information and referral services.
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This guide to laws covering the rights of persons with disabilities is produced by the United States Department of Justice.
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Information on the legal rights of children with disabilities, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law that guarantees all children with disabilities have access to free public education.
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Detailed information from HUD on the Fair Housing Act.
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Accessibility guidelines as detailed in the Americans with Disabilities Act
and Architectural Barriers Act.
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The Rehabilitation Services Act of 1973 is a forerunner of the Americans with Disabilities Act and covered accessibility to all public buildings.
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The Job Accommodation Network is a free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities. It is presented by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
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The FMLA contains provisions on employer coverage; employee eligibility for the law's benefits; entitlement to leave, maintenance of health benefits during leave, and job restoration after leave; notice and certification of the need for FMLA leave; and, protection for employees who request or take FMLA leave.
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The Workforce Investment Act of 1988 provides a unique national workforce preparation and employment system designed to meet both the needs of the nation's businesses and the needs of job seekers and those who want to further their careers.
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Details federal laws prohibiting job discrimination, information on how to file a charge, mediation and employment statistics.
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OSHA aims to ensure employee safety and health in the United States by working with employers and employees to create better working environments.
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