S. 3406 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
ADA Amendments Act of 2008
S. 3406 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jul 31, 2008, sponsored by Tom Harkin with 77 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 31, 2008
- Co-sponsors
- 77
- Policy area
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Public law
- Public Law 110-325
What it does
ADA Amendments Act of 2008 - (Sec. 4) Amends the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) to redefine the term "disability," including by defining "major life activities" and "being regarded as having such an impairment." Sets forth rules of construction regarding the definition of "disability," including that: (1) such term shall be construed in favor of broad coverage of individuals under the Act; (2) an impairment that…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tom Harkin (D-IA). Co-sponsors: 42 Democrats, 33 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 31, 2008
- Passed the SenateSep 11, 2008
- Passed the HouseSep 17, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentSep 23, 2008
- Became lawSep 25, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-325. (Sep 25, 2008)
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