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Disability Rights

People with disabilities face discrimination, segregation, and exclusion. But federal disability rights laws provide protection.

Issue: Disability Rights
Last Updated: September 2, 2025

Overview

People with disabilities face widespread discrimination, segregation, and exclusion. But federal disability rights laws can provide protection. (Updated October 2023 to reflect additions regarding online hiring and digital discrimination.)

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