National Council on Disability
The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an independent federal agency of the US government. It advises the President, Congress, and other federal agencies on disability-related policies, programs, and procedures. For example, in coordination with other interested parties, the NCD drafted the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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Articles
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A History of Discrimination and the ADA
Find out why civil rights laws are important for protecting people with disabilities from discrimina... -
ADA Overview
Basic introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - goals, titles, definition of disab...
Blogs
- Implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act in a Health Care Setting
Northeast ADA Center Custom Service Agreement. Research. Sally Heron from Planned Parenthood shares...
News
- National Council on Disability Recommends Decoupling Eligibility for Cash and Health Benefits; Amending Small Business Act to Benefit Business Owners with Disabilities
11/15/2017- The National Council on Disability (NCD) - a nonpartisan, independent federal agency comprised of presidential and congressional appointees - On October 26, 2017 released an advisory report to Congres... - National Council on Disability (NCD) Urges DOJ Action on Medical Equipment
09/19/2018- The NCD issued a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions urging the DOJ to resume regulatory action under the ADA to address access to medical diagnostic equipment, such as exam tables and chairs, we...