ThinkDIFFERENTLY About Disability Employment Act

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Introduced on April 15, 2024 by Marcus Molinaro

Legislation Details

The legislation mandates the Small Business Administration (SBA) to:
- Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities who wish to become entrepreneurs or self-employed.
- Help individuals with disabilities find employment at small businesses.
- Assist small businesses in hiring individuals with disabilities and addressing accessibility issues.
The SBA is required to conduct outreach and education regarding these activities.
A memorandum of understanding or agreement is to be established between the SBA and the National Council on Disability to coordinate these efforts.
Within two years of the act’s enactment, a report must be submitted to Congress detailing:
- The execution of these activities.
- Opportunities to expand the SBA’s technical capabilities in supporting these activities.
- Achievements under the memorandum or agreement.
- Future plans to continue expanding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
The act specifies that no additional funds are authorized to be appropriated for its implementation.

Last updated 10/7/2024