But the manipulation of zoning laws suggests their presence bother residents and municipal leaders. Eight US Air employees with disabilities file a class-action suit claiming discrimination, segregation, and a climate of harrassment. Streamlined Claims Process 9-month trial eliminates need for medical consultant signature and formal reconsideration appeal, among other bureaucratic steps. New books, pamphlets, etc. Employers Told to Accommodate the Mentally Ill Employers may not discriminate against qualified workers with mental illness, may not ask job applicants if they have a history of mental illness, and must take reasonable steps to accommodate employees with psychiatric or emotional problems.
New law changes eligibility requirements.
Bill to Protect Children with Disabilities on SSI New bill aims to protect these kids' eligibility for future federal loans and guarantees. Welfare Reform and its Effects on Medicaid Laws passed last year change ties between Medicaid and both family aid and Supplementary Security Income. Legal immigrants are also affected. Battle in New Congress Parents, advocates, educators and Congressional leaders square off regarding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which specifies the rights of all children to free and appropriate education. Each month, we take on another structural barrier and show you how to take action against it.