Recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in work and community life.

This is a House Resolution (H. Res. 602) introduced in the 119th Congress. It acknowledges the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and its role in promoting independent living and economic self-sufficiency for people with disabilities. The resolution then calls for ongoing, bipartisan action to remove barriers and expand opportunities for disabled individuals to participate in work and community life. While it is a non-binding statement, it directs several federal agencies to pursue concrete policy efforts and coordination to improve access to employment, home- and community-based services, housing, transportation, communications, and emergency preparedness. Importantly, the resolution emphasizes addressing persistent disparities (including for people of color, women with disabilities, and those in segregated institutions) and encourages collaboration with states to expand employment and community-based supports. It signals a broad, cross-agency policy push rather than new funding or new laws, aiming to shape future legislation and program implementation.