HHS Proposes Rule to Clarify and Extend Prohibitions Against Discrimination on the Basis of a Disability

HHS Proposes Rule to Clarify and Extend Prohibitions Against Discrimination on the Basis of a Disability

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released (press release; fact sheet) a proposed rule to amend the regulations at section 504 which protect against discrimination based on disability by recipients of financial assistance through HHS programs or activities. This rule clarifies the application of section 504 and expands its application to federally funded child welfare programs and activities…. (McClurg, September 7, 2023) #Health Equity, #Hospitals