HHS Finalizes Rule Prohibiting Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities
May 1, 2024 | |
HHS Finalizes Rule Prohibiting Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities
The Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) released a final rule (press release; fact sheet) entitled, “Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Health and Human Service Programs or Activities.” The rule is intended to advance equity and strengthen protections for individuals with disabilities by amending regulations for Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of… (Joyce, May 1, 2024) #Health Equity