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Feds Weigh Changes to Work Rules for People with Disabilities

January 14, 2019

By: Michelle Diament

Source: Disability Scoop

The Trump administration is planning to rethink existing regulations that radically altered the transition from school to work for people with disabilities.

The U.S. Department of Education is expected to issue a proposal this month changing how the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act is implemented.

The 2014 law requires that individuals with disabilities age 24 and younger pursue competitive integrated employment before they can work in jobs paying less than minimum wage. Those already working for what’s known as subminimum wage can continue to do so, but must receive regular career counseling and information about training opportunities.

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