Arizona 2023 Regular Session

Arizona Senate Bill SCR1012

Caption

Employment First; disabilities

Impact

The resolution underscores the disparity in employment rates between disabled and non-disabled individuals in Arizona. In 2019, only 39% of Arizonans with disabilities were employed compared to 74% of those without disabilities. The bill aims to address this gap, advocating for improved access to integrated employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. It also seeks to ensure that services targeting individuals with developmental disabilities focus more on facilitating competitive employment rather than other types of support.

Summary

SCR1012, introduced by Senator Kaiser, is a concurrent resolution aiming to promote 'Employment First' principles within Arizona. This legislation emphasizes that competitive and integrated employment should be the primary choice available to individuals with disabilities receiving publicly funded assistance. The bill highlights the importance of providing individuals with disabilities not just a source of income but also dignity, pride, and social engagement through work. It reflects a commitment to enhancing job opportunities for this demographic in Arizona.

Contention

While the bill does not define specific regulatory changes, it advocates for a significant cultural shift towards prioritizing integrated employment for individuals with disabilities. The emphasis on 'Employment First' introduces points of contention regarding existing support frameworks and resource allocation. There may be concerns among advocacy groups and service providers regarding how this resolution might influence current funding and services aimed at assisting disabled individuals in non-integrated settings.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AZ HB2736

Antidiscrimination; public accommodations; employment; housing

AZ HB2625

Antidiscrimination; employment; housing; public accommodations

AZ SB1024

Developmental disabilities; spina bifida

AZ HB2237

Developmental disabilities; definition

AZ SB1191

Developmental disabilities; Prader-Willi syndrome

AZ SB1722

Community colleges; employment contracts; duration

AZ SB1377

Employment; housing; public accommodations; antidiscrimination

AZ HB2492

First responders; post-traumatic stress disorder

AZ SB1708

Employment relationships; remedies

AZ HB2282

Unemployment; requirements; disqualifications; shared work

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