H.R.8736

Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act

Introduced·5/12/26

Restores employment choice for adults with disabilities by amending the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

The Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act amends the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to expand workplace choice and opportunity for young adults with disabilities. It modifies the subminimum wage provisions, allowing individuals aged 18 or older to choose employment with entities that pay subminimum wages. The bill also requires entities to make documented efforts to contact designated state units for counseling, information, and referrals. These changes apply to employment on or after the enactment date of the Act.

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 21

10:15 AM

House Committee on Education and Workforce Hearing

History

May 21

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

May 21

House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 15.

May 12

House

Introduced in House