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SAMHSA celebrates 25th anniversary of ADA
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July 26 marked the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which was signed into law in 1990.
The ADA guarantees American citizens with disabilities, including mental health and substance use disorders, receive the same benefits as Americans without disabilities, as it prohibits the government, employers, educational institutions and businesses from denying benefits, jobs, or access based on stereotypes or unfounded concerns.
Pamela S. Hyde
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration is conducting a webcast on July 29 that will discuss the history and accomplishments of the ADA, the Olmstead decision and the Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness program for Americans with behavioral health conditions.
Pamela S. Hyde, JD, a SAMHSA administrator, and Lois Curtis, a plaintiff in the Olmstead Case, are among the webcast’s presenters and panelists.
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Visit https://www.eventbrite.com to register for the webcast.